This guide is written in the spirit of Washye.com, focusing on the biblical imperative to "Wash ye, make you clean" (Isaiah 1:16) and the pursuit of holiness through the grace of Jesus Christ.
The Overcomer’s Manual: A Survival Guide for the Book of Revelation
If you find yourself living in the days described by the Apostle John in the Book of Revelation, the world as you knew it has vanished. Chaos, celestial wonders, and global upheaval are no longer "prophecy"—they are your daily reality.
Survival in these times is not merely about finding food or shelter; it is about preserving your soul. This is a guide for the "Overcomers"—those who intend to stand firm until the end.
1. Identify the Source of the Storm
The first step to survival is understanding that the events unfolding—the seals, the trumpets, and the vials—are not random acts of nature. They are the righteous judgments of God and the desperate rages of a defeated enemy.
* The Strategy: Do not fear the shadows. Fear God alone. When the earth shakes, look up. Your redemption is drawing near.
2. Refuse the Mark at All Costs
There will come a point of global economic and social "security" offered by a charismatic leader (the Beast). To participate in society—to buy food or hold a job—you will be required to take a mark on your right hand or forehead.
* The Survival Rule: Refuse it. Revelation 14:9-11 is clear: taking this mark is a permanent spiritual death sentence. It is better to suffer hunger for a season than to face the "wine of God’s fury" for eternity. Trust in the Provider who fed Elijah by the ravens.
3. Seek the Remnant
Solitude is dangerous in the end times. Seek out others who "keep the commandments of God and hold to the testimony of Jesus" (Rev 12:17).
* The Strategy: The church is not a building anymore; it is a fellowship of the faithful. Strength is found in communal prayer and the sharing of scriptures.
4. Guard Your Garments
Revelation 16:15 warns: "Behold, I come as a thief. Blessed is he that watcheth, and keepeth his garments, lest he walk naked, and they see his shame." * The Strategy: "Garments" represent your spiritual state. Do not let the world’s lawlessness cause your love to grow cold. Stay "washed" in the blood of the Lamb daily.
5. Endurance is Your Primary Weapon
This is not a sprint; it is the ultimate test of endurance. Revelation 13:10 says, "Here is the patience and the faith of the saints."
* The Strategy: Expect tribulation, but remember the promise: "He that overcometh shall inherit all things." Focus on the New Jerusalem, where there is no more pain, crying, or death.
How to Be Righteous and Holy: A Short Guide
To be "righteous" is to be in right standing with God; to be "holy" is to be set apart for His purposes. Drawing from the core mission of Washye, here is how to walk that path:
1. Wash in the Basin of Repentance
The name "Washye" comes from Isaiah 1:16: "Wash ye, make you clean; put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes; cease to do evil." Holiness begins with a turning away from sin and an honest confession before God.
2. Clothe Yourself in Christ’s Righteousness
The Bible teaches that our own "good works" are like filthy rags (Isaiah 64:6). True righteousness is a gift. You become righteous by placing your faith in Jesus Christ, who took your sin so you could take His purity. It is Grace Alone through Faith Alone.
3. Walk by the Spirit
Holiness is not a set of rules, but a relationship. Ask the Holy Spirit to guide your thoughts and actions. If you "walk in the Spirit," you will not fulfill the lusts of the flesh (Galatians 5:16).
4. Feed on the Word
You cannot be holy if your mind is filled with the world's refuse. Meditate on the Scriptures daily. Let the Bible be the "water" that cleanses your mind and the "lamp" that directs your feet.
5. Live "Set Apart"
Holiness means being "different." In a world of hate, be love. In a world of lies, be truth. Your life should be a reflection of the Creator who made you in His image.
The Bottom Line:
Righteousness is imputed (given to you by Jesus).
Holiness is practiced (lived out by you through His power).
“He that is holy, let him be holy still.” — Revelation 22:11
