Rev 20:1 | MHM | STEP | The Binding of Satan This section describes a time when Satan’s power is greatly limited, and the church experiences much more peace. The gospel and the fall of evil systems weaken Satan, but his influence is not fully destroyed. An angel—most likely Jesus Christ—comes with power to bind Satan and lock him away for a thousand years. During this period, God’s faithful people are honored and reign with Christ. After the thousand years, Satan is released for a short time, causing one last rebellion. But God wins the final victory, and Satan is punished forever. v. 1 : John sees an angel coming down from heaven with a key to the bottomless pit and a great chain. This angel is probably Christ Himself, who has the power to defeat Satan completely (Revelation 20:1 ).

‏ Revelation of John 20:1

The Binding of Satan

This section describes a time when Satan’s power is greatly limited, and the church experiences much more peace. The gospel and the fall of evil systems weaken Satan, but his influence is not fully destroyed. An angel—most likely Jesus Christ—comes with power to bind Satan and lock him away for a thousand years. During this period, God’s faithful people are honored and reign with Christ. After the thousand years, Satan is released for a short time, causing one last rebellion. But God wins the final victory, and Satan is punished forever.

v. 1: John sees an angel coming down from heaven with a key to the bottomless pit and a great chain. This angel is probably Christ Himself, who has the power to defeat Satan completely (Revelation 20:1 ^a).