An Amazing Prophecy

            The relationship between the Mark of the Beast and the VeriChip System could not be more obvious.  An implantable microchip that can instantly identify you for financial verification anywhere in the world is exactly what the prophecy describes, and exactly what Applied Digital Solutions produces.  Beyond the "Revelation 13" mention of the mark, it appears in the Revelation four other times.  It is two of those appearances that provide what may well be a prophecy only possible in the past decade of internet growth, and the insidious practice of producing and infecting an uncounted number of computers with "viruses".  The first one speaks of a "sore" related to the mark:
·   Revelation 16: 2 And the first went, and poured out his vial upon the earth; and there fell a noisome and grievous sore upon the men which had the mark of the beast, and upon them which worshipped his image.
            In this verse, at first glance, an angel pours something out of a vial and a smelly, (noisome), and painful sore breaks out on those who have the mark.   Careful examination of two of the words in the verse could give some unexpected insight into what this verse may be describing.
·    The word 'noisome' is translated from the word kakos, pronounced kak-os'a primary word; worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas GSN4190 properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or (objectively) injurious.  Nothing about a malodor here, but considering this mark is all about finance, the concept of "worthless" has meaning in context if it disables the implant's ability to function, meaning that financial transactions could be halted, making the implant "worthless".
·    The word 'grievous' is translated from the word  poneros, pronounced pon-ay-ros'; hurtful, i.e. evil (properly, in effect or influence, and thus differing from GSN2556, which refers rather to essential character, as well as from GSN4550, which indicates degeneracy from original virtue); figuratively, calamitous; also (passively) ill, i.e. diseased; but especially (morally) culpable, i.e. derelict, vicious, facinorous; neuter (singular) mischief, malice, or (plural) guilt; masculine (singular) the devil, or (plural) sinners.  It can be seen from this definition that this word grievous is not "physical" pain, but rather that there is a calamitous and evil "effect".  If the implant is, in fact, disabled and no cash, checks, or credit cards are in use, then the result could be very disrupting socially.  If this implant replaces keys, ID badges, access to computers or secure areas, and other security measures, the effect would effectively shut down not only the economy, but virtually every aspect of life including transportation, utilities, medical services, as well as fire and police departments.
            The word sore comes from the Greek word for ulcer, 'helkos', and a common cause for ulcers are viruses.  It may only be a strange coincidence that the VeriChip implant is tied to computer technology, however it is a possibility that it may be disabled, and whatever is in the vial could cause a computer virus-like effect, but it is a very intriguing possibility.  What would add even more weight to the concept that the implant may be disabled, would be some indication that there is actually an effect demonstrated that financial hardship is caused by the action of this substance the angel poured out of this vial.  In two verses following this prophecy about this strange "sore" being inflicted on mankind, there is evidence that this is indeed the case: 
·   Revelation 16:10 And the fifth angel poured out his vial upon the seat of the beast; and his kingdom was full of darkness; and they gnawed their tongues for pain, 11 And blasphemed the God of heaven because of their pains and their sores, and repented not of their deeds.
··    The words ' pain', in verse 10, and 'pains', in verse 11, are both taken from the Greek word ponos, pronounced pon'-os, from the base of GSN3993; toil, i.e. (by implication) anguish.  Again we see this is not necessarily physical pain, but the root of this word reveals its origin, and provides clarity of context in this verse.  GSN3993, the base for the word 'ponos' is penes, pronounced pen'-ace, from a primary peno (to toil for daily subsistence); starving, i.e. indigent.  This would indicate that this "pain" they are vilifying God for, is actually the anguish they are experiencing from extreme poverty.  Certainly relevant if the implant is actually disabled and economic chaos results as there will be millions, perhaps even billions, of people with no way or place to buy or obtain food.
            A complete reading of this chapter will show that God is not simply tormenting the human race, but that this is in fact quite similar to the plagues of Egypt God inflicted to persuade Pharaoh to release the nation of Israel from his grip. In verse 9 we see the phrase "..and they repented not to give him glory." and in verse 11 this is repeated, "..and they repented not to give him glory."  Rather than change their minds, they curse God.  This would indicate that though not mentioned, there is some form of communication between humanity and God.  And, it would seem that mankind is being offered an opportunity to "surrender", but is repeatedly rejecting those offers in this prophecy. 

In Conclusion

            It is, of course, impossible to get the full picture of these events from the few verses that mention the mark, but certain aspects of those events can be understood.
·    A condition, not specified, causes mankind, worldwide, to need to receive a "mark" in their hand or forehead for the purpose of conducting financial transactions; buying or selling.  Such transactions are not possible without the mark.
·    A technology, now existing, and actively promoted, involving the implanting of a device in the hand or the forehead, is designed to be used for security and financial identification applications worldwide.
·    The Bible lists a series of actions designed to force humanity to recognize the sovereignty of God over the planet, and in one action there is a substance released that causes a "worthless" and "calamitous" effect on mankind relating directly to the mark.
·    During this series of actions, mankind also vilifies God for the anguish of poverty he is inflicted on those with the mark.
            In this modern age with the growing dependence on not only electronic finances, but a very definite rush toward the total globalization of commerce, the following scenario could be quite possible, and a logical explanation for the true meaning of these prophecies.

To Set the Stage:
·    With the current continuing focus on the global "Terrorist Threat", and the implementation of versions of the U.S. Patriot Act worldwide, security is becoming an obsession. 
·    The need to track all financial transactions worldwide to control the "Terrorist Threat" is being used to make such tracking a distinct reality.
·    Global "Free Trade" policies are the norm rather than the exception, made possible by satellite, and high speed worldwide communications technologies.  This makes a global financial network not only possible, but a certainty. 
·    Society is rapidly moving toward a "cashless" financial reality with credit, debit, and even social service, (food stamp, etc.) cards becoming the preferred means of financial transaction.
·    Identity theft, forgery, robbery, and an unending and ever-changing flood of fraudulent schemes designed to steal money, make cash impractical, even plastic is vulnerable to criminal activity.
·    A system such as VeriChip is the perfect solution for all these problems and an inevitable choice to provide the ultimate in global monitoring, security access, and financial protection against fraud.  It is cheap, easy, and can be completely implemented now.
·    If all commerce is dependent on having this implant then there will be no need to "force" anyone to receive it, anymore that anyone is forced to have a driver's license.  This will "force" those not wishing to receive the implant into the underground economy, and seriously affect quality of life issues, but not it will not "kill" them.

The Script:
·    With the above realities being a part of our rush-blindly-to-the-future culture, it is easy to see that any number of events could spark the worldwide use of a VeriChip or similar implant system in the area of financial transaction and security identification.
·    The implementation of such a system would create critical dependence on the reliability of Radio Frequency Identification, (RFID), Global Positioning System, (GPS), and Electronics Funds Transfer, (EFT) technology, all connected to a simple implanted chip.  This dependence would extend from the grocery store to the gas station, from the drug store to the emergency room.  If it requires monetary transaction or proper identification, it will likely be dependent on these vulnerable systems.  Everything in the loop; the implant, the scanner that reads it, the transmitter that sends the signal to the satellite, the station controlling the satellite, the satellite itself, the receiver on the ground, the institution controlling the finances or the security agency verifying the identification, all ground transmission lines, and everything all the way back to the entity trying to verify the information, must be working perfectly.   One glitch in the loop and the entire system is clogged.
·    The Bible makes it clear that humanity will resist the return of the rightful King to his planetary throne.  It is clear that humanity will not recognize the return of Jesus and will eventually gather a massive human army against him.
·    In the Bible, in the 16th chapter of the Revelation, there is evidence that certain strange plagues are brought upon the planet, and that mankind is given a chance, during these events, to recognize and accept it's only true world leader. 
··    Whether it be the "Evil Alien" invasion many claim is behind the UFO phenomenon or the rightful heir to the global throne, a logical way of disarming and crippling a world so dependent on such vulnerable, and very human technology would be to disable that technology.  Rendering the implant system useless along any point in its path would effectively render the financial holdings of all implantees inaccessible, and their personal value as worthless. 
·    The result of such a breakdown would be that neither the poor, nor the rich, could buy food, gas, or any other commodities needed for even basic survival.  There is no way to determine how transportation of goods and people, police and fire services, health and welfare entities, or government and military organizations would be effected.  But considering these all depend on humans with security identification, and the ability to be where they need to be, the result , when added to a useless economic system, would be total chaos. 
·    The plague of sores on mankind spoken of in Revelation 16 refers to a worthless, evil, and calamitous effect on those having the "mark"' 
·    Revelation 16 also refers to a vilification of God by those having the "mark" for the anguish of poverty they are suffering. 
·    We believe the concepts just expressed give strong backing to a possibility that the angel pouring out the vial in Revelations 16:2 will disable the mark / implant, causing worldwide poverty, in just days, and a breakdown in every aspect of life even remotely computerized.  The result would be total chaos, especially in the developed world so dependent on technology. 

            The government seems unconcerned about privacy issues, advertising abuse, and the obvious potential for population control and, in fact, is certain to be the largest individual customer for the system.  The FDA is instituting programs to implant livestock to monitor movement and animal condition to better insure meat quality, while following the movement of military personnel and equipment will be greatly enhanced by service wide use of the system.  The government is also moving forward on insuring that GPS technology is present in all wireless communication devices.  All cell phones sold in the United States were equipped with advanced wireless tracking technology by the end of 2002.
            When confronted with the obvious privacy concerns, Applied Digital Solutions CEO, Richard Sullivan, stated, "This whole privacy issue is on the table, I would hope that, being part of a free, democratic system, that you have a government that wants to protect people."  Sullivan failed to mention that the device is being sold internationally and gave no explanation of how non-democratic governments, who give little thought to protecting their people, would use the technology.  Chief project scientist Dr. Peter Zhou, who seems to view the device as a Utopian dream come true, stated that Digital Angel "will be a connection from yourself to the electronic world. It will be your guardian, protector. It will bring good things to you.  We will be a hybrid of electronic intelligence and our own soul." 
            You be the judge of whether this is part of the conspiracy to control the world’s population or simply a bizarre and very timely coincidence.  The company and the government say it isn’t a control system in production, but how credible are the past promises from government and big business?  In these times of uncertainty and heightened security worldwide, how easy would it be for that denial to change?