The Economy of Pope Francis Will Transform the World in Preparation for the Coming Mark of the Beast

Anthony M. Annett is a professor at Fordham Jesuit University’s Gabelli School of Business. [2] Jeffrey Sachs is an American economist who was recently named to the Vatican-based Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences by Pope Francis. [3] These two individuals collaborated on an essay that appeared in the National Catholic Reporter on March 29, 2022, and lays out the Vatican’s strategy for the future new economy and the construction of a “better world.” They claim that by embracing the “Economy of Francesco,” a global Catholic initiative based on Pope Francis’ teachings, notably Laudato Si’ and Fratelli Tutti, a better world with a new economic structure may be achieved. [4]

In Revelation 13, we are introduced to a religious institution that will have a part in controlling the global economy in preparation for the mark of the beast. In the final mark of the beast crisis, prophecy plainly and clearly links worship, economics, and power:

“And power was given him over all kindreds, and tongues, and nations.” Revelation 13:7.

“And that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the mark, or the name of the beast, or the number of his name.” Revelation 13:17.

“And he had power to give life unto the image of the beast, that the image of the beast should both speak, and cause that as many as would not worship the image of the beast should be killed.” Revelation 13:15.

In today’s world, there is just one religious force aiming to form a new alliance among economists, bankers, business executives, CEOs, heads of state, and religious organizations. In this worldwide drive to construct his new economy, Pope Francis is leading the way. What are the aims and guiding principles of Francesco’s (Francis) new economy? They are stated in the National Catholic Reporter article. When we compare these remarks to what we read in the book of Revelation, it’s unsettling to say the least. The following are the claims made by Anthony M. Annett and Jeffrey Sachs:

• Even though the Catholic Church does not specialize in technical economic analysis, it has developed a body of thought, called Catholic social teaching, which offers powerful ethical insights for young people engaged in rethinking the world economy. [4]
• These teachings have identified ethical precepts for economic life and statecraft, centered on the common good and rejecting both suffocating collectivism and unfettered free markets.[4]
• Contrary to free-market ideology, private property is not an absolute or unconditional right. [4]
• In addressing issues such as climate change, economic exclusion, human trafficking or protection of the Amazon rainforest and its Indigenous communities, the church systematically explores the best scientific and ethical knowledge on the issues. [4]
• Pope Francis’ two recent encyclicals Laudato Si’ and Fratelli Tutti are powerful examples of this unique process. In Laudato Si’, Pope Francis offered a compelling moral vision for overcoming the climate change crisis … In Fratelli Tutti, Pope Francis advises all of us, world leaders and citizens around the world, on how to reach out to cooperate with others across national, religious, racial and ethnic divides. [4]
• The church’s social teachings make it possible for everybody to join in this 2,000-year-old conversation. This conversation can be a springboard for a better world. That is the true goal of the Economy of Francesco. [4]

As you can see, “everyone” is welcome to participate in Rome’s effort to make the world a “better place.” The entire globe is invited to take part. The book of Revelation reminds us that all nations, churches, and people will unite and kneel down at the feet of Rome:

“And all the world wondered after the beast.” Revelation 13:3.

The world is already doing this. All the current news, trends, and world events indicate that we are headed in this direction. The invitation, for now, is voluntary. Soon, very soon, it will be forced upon us during the mark of the beast crisis. This is the scenario that is unfolding, and in this context, a worldwide message from God will be sounding out loud, saying:

“If any man worship the beast and his image, and receive his mark in his forehead, or in his hand, the same shall drink of the wine of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture into the cup of His indignation.” Revelation 14:9.

This is our work at this very moment. Tragically, some of our people have become confused with all the sweet talk from the ecumenical movement, and therefore, they have no urgency to issue a warning against this beast power. But I want to assure you that the universal recognition of Rome as the chief arbiter of economic, political, and religious policies is one of the great signs that we are now living in the final period of the earth’s history and that Jesus is about to come.

Sources

[1] https://laudatosiactionplatform.org/

[2] https://www.fordham.edu/info/29746/academic_partners/11327/anthony_annett

[3] https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/249389/pope-francis-names-jeffrey-sachs-to-pontifical-academy

[4] https://www.ncronline.org/news/opinion/why-economy-francesco-can-develop-new-economics-and-create-better-world