Title: The End/ Topic: Jesus' Coming

Today’s Reading: Ezekiel 42; Ezekiel 43; Ezekiel 44; Revelation 22

Scripture: Revelation 22:16-20
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 him who hears say, "Come!" Whoever is thirsty, let him come; and whoever wishes, let him take the free gift of the water of life.
18 I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: If anyone adds anything to them, God will add to him the plagues described in this book. 19 And if anyone takes words away from this book of prophecy, God will take away from him his share in the tree of life and in the holy city, which are described in this book.
20 He who testifies to these things says, "Yes, I am coming soon." Amen. Come, Lord Jesus.

Observation: Revelation is a book about Jesus. He is revealed as the Beginning and the End, Redeemer, the Lamb, King of Kings, Supreme Ruler, Judge, Advocate, our Groom and so much more. These last verses of Revelation contain an invitation and a warning. "Come!" says Jesus. Anyone with any need is invited to live in eternity with Jesus in heaven. The warning is that no one better dare add to or take away any of the words of this book of prophecy. These words alone are enough to keep me from being convinced to follow any religion such as Mormons or Jehovah's Witnesses who change, add to or take away from the Bible as we know it. After these words, Jesus gives us the assurance that he is coming again---and soon. Amen!

Application: I must hold to the Bible alone as the Word of God. And I must plan as if Jesus will come a hundred years from now but live like he's coming tomorrow. He may very well do that. Then, what a party! No more pain of any kind, just glorious celebration.

Prayer: Thank you Lord for your gracious invitation to all. And I echo John's sentiment: Come quickly Lord!
This I pray in Jesus’ name, Amen.