In Revelation 13, we are introduced to the two remaining main characters of the book.  They are "the beast out of the sea" and "the beast out of the earth" - otherwise known as the False Prince, the Antichrist and the False Prophet.  Together with Satan, these three form "The Satanic Trinity".  The conflict on earth during the final days prior to Christ's Return are the war between the Holy Trinity and the unholy trinity.  In this lesson, we talk about the wonder, the wound, the worship, and the warfare of the beast (Antichrist), as well as the mask, the ministry, the magic, and the mark of the False Prophet.  

Considering the global situation of our world today, it is extremely possible that Satan's regent prince, who he will possess and use mightily to diabolically persecute Israel (and Tribulation saints) during the Great Tribulation (final 3 and 1/2 years) is alive somewhere on earth.  Satan is waiting for the removal of the Church and the Spirit's restraint of evil ministry to cease before he brings forth his evil puppet onto the world scene.  He may even be working today behind the scenes.