Tags: mystery of the seventh angel, last trumpet, Paul’s mystery, second coming, resurrection, rapture, Revelation 10:7, 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, 1 Thessalonians 4:16 KJV
The Bible is not a random collection of spiritual texts—it is a consistent, prophetic narrative authored by God Himself. Throughout Scripture, one overarching plan is progressively revealed: the redemption of mankind and the triumphant return of Jesus Christ. A crucial piece in this prophetic puzzle is found in the seventh trumpet of Revelation and the “mystery” that the Apostle Paul boldly proclaimed in his epistles.
Could it be that the “mystery of God” spoken of by the seventh angel in Revelation is the same “mystery” Paul preached—the transformation of the saints at the last trumpet? By comparing the Scriptures, we find compelling evidence that these events are one and the same.
The Seventh Angel and the Finished Mystery
Revelation 10:7 KJV is a pivotal verse in the final book of the Bible:
“But in the days of the voice of the seventh angel, when he shall begin to sound, the mystery of God should be finished, as he hath declared to his servants the prophets.”
Here, we are introduced to the voice of the seventh angel, whose trumpet signifies the completion of God’s mystery. This mystery is not a new doctrine—it’s something God had already declared to His prophets. It points to a culmination, a moment when God's redemptive plan is fully realized.
The sounding of this seventh trumpet occurs in Revelation 11:15 KJV:
“And the seventh angel sounded; and there were great voices in heaven, saying, The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign for ever and ever.”
This event marks a divine turning point. It’s not just about earthly kingdoms being overtaken; it’s the moment when heaven declares Christ's eternal reign, signaling the final fulfillment of God’s plan for the ages.
Paul Declares a Hidden Mystery
Centuries before John recorded his vision on Patmos, the Apostle Paul was entrusted with mysteries that had been hidden since the world began.
In 1 Corinthians 15:51–52 KJV, Paul writes:
“Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.”
Paul reveals a divine mystery: not all believers will experience physical death, but all will be instantly changed at the last trumpet. This trumpet signals the resurrection of the dead and the glorification of the living saints.
Here, we see the term “last trump,” which is often interpreted as the final trumpet in God's redemptive sequence. There are no additional trumpet sounds following the seventh in Revelation—it is the final blast.
The Voice of the Archangel and the Trump of God
Paul reinforces this mystery in 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17 KJV:
“For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.”
This passage details the rapture of the Church, an event marked by:
- The Lord’s descent from heaven
- A commanding shout
- The voice of the archangel
- The trump of God
- The resurrection of the dead in Christ
- The transformation and catching away of the living saints
All these elements align with Paul’s description in 1 Corinthians and foreshadow the seventh trumpet in Revelation.
Connecting the Last Trumpet with the Seventh Angel
Now consider this key question: Could the “last trump” Paul refers to be the same as the seventh trumpet of Revelation?
Let’s examine the evidence:
- The Seventh Trumpet (Revelation 10:7; 11:15) signals the completion of God’s mystery and the beginning of Christ’s reign.
- Paul’s Last Trumpet (1 Corinthians 15:52) triggers the resurrection and transformation of believers.
- 1 Thessalonians 4:16 ties the event directly to the voice of the archangel and the trump of God—language that matches the tone and imagery of Revelation 11.
These descriptions are not contradictory; rather, they complement each other. The seventh trumpet is not just a judgment trumpet—it is the final trumpet blast that ushers in the culmination of God's redemptive plan.
What Is the Mystery of God?
The “mystery of God” as spoken in Revelation 10:7 and “the mystery” Paul proclaims are both defined throughout Scripture as:
- The inclusion of both Jew and Gentile into one body through Christ (Ephesians 3:3–6 KJV).
- Christ in you, the hope of glory (Colossians 1:26–27 KJV).
- The glorification and transformation of believers at the coming of the Lord (1 Corinthians 15).
This final stage of the mystery is not merely the inclusion of the Church—it’s the Church’s completion and glorification. When the seventh angel sounds, the Church is fully transformed, Christ reigns, and God’s redemptive purpose reaches its fulfillment.
Therefore, it is both accurate and profound to say: Paul’s mystery and the mystery finished at the seventh trumpet are one and the same.
Why It Matters Today
This connection between Paul’s teachings and the Revelation trumpet matters deeply to every believer:
1. Clarity in Understanding Prophecy
It prevents confusion between the rapture, resurrection, and second coming. These are not isolated events but connected moments in God’s timeline.
2. Urgency in Preparation
The last trumpet can sound at any moment. Once it does, the mystery is finished—there’s no second chance. We must live ready and watchful.
3. Hope in the Resurrection
The same trumpet that declares Christ’s reign also raises the dead and transforms the living. It is a trumpet of victory, not fear, for those in Christ.
4. Reverence for God’s Plan
Seeing the harmony between Paul’s epistles and John’s Revelation inspires awe in God’s sovereign plan and confidence in His promises.
Conclusion: One Mystery, One Trumpet, One Hope
The last trump Paul declared and the seventh trumpet sounded by the angel in Revelation are two perspectives on the same glorious event: the final stage of God’s redemptive plan. When that trumpet sounds, the mystery is no longer hidden—it is fulfilled. Christ reigns. The saints are glorified. The world is forever changed.
This is not allegory. This is prophetic reality. And as believers, we are not called to merely study this truth—we are called to live in light of it.
Because when the trumpet sounds…
“...the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.”
(1 Corinthians 15:52 KJV)
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