OCT 12

Revelations 22:1-5
Memorise Revelations 22:3
“…serve him day and night in his temple…”

Over the years, I have observed a trend among some teens around me. Initially, he is always so fervent and passionate, full of zeal for the Lord’s work. Sadly, though, this passion and fervour die out after a while. Perhaps after a camp or a particular trial, the person might have a mini spiritual revival, but soon enough that spark of zeal fizzles out again. 

Should this always be the case? Will there come a point in a Christian’s life where it is time to stop serving God? Today’s reading gives us the answers to these questions. Revelation 22:3 allows us a glimpse of what it will be like in heaven. God will be there, reigning on His throne, “and his servants shall serve him”. Who are these servants? None other than you and me, and all who have been saved by the blood of the Lamb! We shall be “before the throne of God”, where we will “serve him day and night in his temple” (Revelation 7:15), through all eternity!

The service that we now do on this earth is hence a good way of preparing for eternity in heaven, where we will serve God forever. If you have already grown tired of service, though, can you say that you are prepared for an eternity of service in heaven?

Dear teen, God willing, you still have a long, long life ahead of you. May your love for service thus grow and not wane, day by day. May your faithfulness in service also be constant, and not be like a rollercoaster that goes up for a while and then down again. If you truly love the Lord, the thought of an eternity of service will bring nothing but joy and gladness to your heart!

Thought: “The longer I serve Him, the sweeter He grows”.
Prayer: Lord, prepare me for an eternity of service to You.