Words meant for then and now

It was Sunday and I was in the Spirit, praying. I heard a loud voice behind me, trumpet-clear and piercing: “Write what you see into a book. (Revelation 1:10 MSG)

What a privilege John was given as he observed the day of worship. The Holy Spirit was working and provided a vision in which John heard a trumpet blast. This blast announces the return of Jesus. The voice instructed John to record the things that were happening right then and to continue writing down his visions.

For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. (1 Thessalonians 4:16) 

Some of the visions John witnessed happened then, others were scenes from the future.  He was instructed to record all. This is interesting because the messages were intended for 7 churches of John's time, and for us today.  Just think about the history we are making now, in 2015. Reflect upon the way Christians are viewed in today's society.

The Book of Revelation is warning and reassurance. The warning is to remind His people of their first love. Revelation is sometimes referred to as a love letter from Jesus.  He is affirming His power and grace and salvation as he tells them He is with them, protecting and loving His people in every situation. 

In his right hand he held seven stars, and coming out of his mouth was a sharp, double-edged sword. (Revelation 1:16a NIV)

He is in control though, no one else has the final word. Jesus words of judgment are as sharp as swords; he is completely invincible. And that is Good News.

Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later. (Revelation 1:19 NIV)


Revelation 1:9-20