We have nearly completed the book of Revelation! Do you remember how John began the book, declaring its recipients and sender? John noted that it was from God, to Jesus, to the angel, to John, to the churches, and ultimately to us and others. Jesus is described as “…the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood.” (Revelation 1:5) Now, as John concludes the book, he quotes Jesus, reaffirming that Jesus existed before David and will reign eternally after David, victorious over sin.
Revelation 22:16-17 16 “I,
Jesus, have sent my angel to give you this testimony for the
churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, and the
bright Morning Star.”
17 The Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let the
one who hears say, “Come!” Let the one who is thirsty come; and let the one who
wishes take the free gift of the water of life.
In his conclusion, John extends an invitation to us. We are
invited to come, hear Jesus’s words, drink in His promises, and receive His gracious
gift of eternal life.
Are you thirsty for Jesus? If so, how do you daily come to
Him for satisfaction?
As the bride of Christ, where are we proclaiming “Come!” to
those around us, so they too can hear the invitation to receive His eternal
gift? Unlike my kids, who don’t offer their birthday gifts to others, we can
share our free gift with others without diminishing our own blessing.
May we respond to Jesus' invitation and share His gift of
eternal life with others, that they too may experience the joy and satisfaction
of knowing Him.
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