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JOHN: RECEIVES JESUS’ REVELATION
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
Revelation 1:1-6

Revelation 22:12-14

 

“And, behold, I come quickly;

and my reward is with me…”

 

JOHN: RECEIVES JESUS’ REVELATION
 
Another important contribution of John is the Book of Revelation. The Apostle John, exiled on the Isle of Patmos, received from the resurrected and glorified Jesus Christ the revelation of the end times. This unveiling concerns “him which is, and which was, and which is to come” (Rev 1:4). John faithfully recorded these visions for our sake, that we might be watchful as the world draws nearer to the events foretold.
 
Many considered the Book of Revelation to be false because its prophecies have not been fulfilled after more than 2,000 years. But is delay a valid reason to deny its truthfulness? Unbelievers may use this logic. Sceptics may cast doubt. Atheists may reject these words. But not the followers of Christ who have confessed Him as their Lord and Saviour, and are heaven-bound.
 
The believer receives not only Christ’s promise of salvation but also the certainty of His prophetic Word. Those who are heaven-bound look forward not only to eternal life, but also to the premillennial return of Jesus Christ and His thousand-year reign on earth. Those who confess Him as Lord anticipate not only the Kingdom of God established forever, but also the destruction of Satan’s kingdom. Our confidence must be: “The Lord says it, that settles it, and I believe it!”
 
We must remain watchful. These prophecies are not human imaginations, scientific predictions, or economic forecasts. They are revelations from the Omniscient God who knows all things before creation itself. They will surely come to pass, for He is unchanging, and His Word has proven faithful throughout history.
 
Therefore, let not the lies of fickle-minded men sway your heart. Let not the foolishness of the world deceive you. Let not the evidence of depraved minds turn you toward vanity. Instead, let the Word of Christ dwell richly in you as you study the Revelation given to John.
 
THOUGHT: Have I read, believed, and embraced the truth of the Book of Revelation?
PRAYER: Father, open my mind to Thy Word. Help me to receive it with faith and to live watchfully in light of Thy promises.

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