You’ve heard me say before that I think the “mark of the beast” described in Revelation 13 may well be a microchip implanted in the hand or the forehead. The chip could easily contain a numeric prefix issued by the Antichrist’s government to all who comply. The presence of that number would confirm the chip bearer’s acceptable status with the government.
In describing this mark, Revelation 13:17 mentions that only those who have the government’s approved “mark” would be able to buy or sell.
Sweden is taking a giant step in that direction. Business Insider reports, “Thousands of Swedes are having microchips implanted into their bodies so that they don’t need to carry key cards, IDs, and even train tickets.” In fact, Sweden’s national railway line can now scan passengers’ hands to collect their fares.
Last year, I reported on a company in Wisconsin where several dozen employees accepted implanted chips in order to buy snacks, log on to computers, and run the photocopier.
That’s just for the convenience of it. But the arguments for accepting the microchip implant can be far more persuasive than mere convenience.
The Potential Value in Microchip Implants
In the future, implanted microchips could replace your car keys, your house keys, and your office key card. They will carry your driver’s license, Social Security card, and passport.
Because they will be tied to your bank account, you will be able to walk into a store, pick up the things you want, and walk out. The scanners will identify your purchases and deduct the cost from your account. Checkout lines may soon be a thing of the past.
But there are still more compelling arguments for an implanted RFID chip.
If an accident leaves you unconscious, first responders will have instant access to your entire medical history simply by scanning your chip. They will know immediately what medications you are allergic to. They will be able to monitor what’s happening inside your body, like blood oxygen levels, heart rate, glucose levels, and temperature. Chips will be able to communicate critical information with life-saving speed.
We already have the technology to put those sensors on a chip.
Embedded chips could also make things much easier for law enforcement. Requiring a chip to board public transportation will help police track and catch fugitives and potential threats. It may help prevent terrorist attacks on subways and airlines.
RFID chips may also help prevent drunken driving deaths. If the chip in the drunk driver’s hand tells the computer in his car that he’s had too much to drink, the car’s computer will not allow the car to start.
Hannes Sjoblad is a member of the Digital Biology faculty of Singularity University Nordics. He says, “We are updating our bodies with technology on a large scale already with wearables. But all of the wearables we wear today will be implantable in five to 10 years. Who wants to carry a clumsy smartphone or smartwatch when you can have it in your fingernail? I think that is direction where it is heading.”
Willingness, Promises, and Tradeoffs
The point is, by the time the “mark of the beast” is imposed on the public, people will be accustomed to such things. We are already willing to trade our privacy for convenience.
It will all seem so logical and responsible. “Mark of the beast” technology will offer the promise of convenience, security, and health. Just as the Bible warns.
What will be people be willing to trade for that?
Their souls.
transmitted by Hal Lindsey – 9/14/2018
