Dec 1 Amen

Revelation 22:14-20 “Blessed are those who wash their robes, that they may have the right to the tree of life and may go through the gates into the city. 15 Outside are the dogs, those who practice magic arts, the sexually immoral, the murderers, the idolaters and everyone who loves and practices falsehood. 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. 21 The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God's people. Amen.
 
AMEN. This is the last appropriate and powerful word of God’s prophetic message. Even more, “Amen” is the name of the Son, who has brought the message: Revelation 3:14b “These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God's creation.” To say, “Amen.” is to testify you believe God is Lord of all. It is to testify God’s promises are true and sure: 2 Corinthians 1:20 For no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ. And so through him the “Amen” is spoken by us to the glory of God. 
    Indeed, what else is there to say? Know and believe the message of this prophecy and of the entire Bible. Keep its words secure. Do not add or remove the Amen’s words. Receive and speak what is true. Be true to his commands in your heart. Love him with your thoughts, words and deeds. Trust in God, and he will welcome you into his city. You will eat of his tree of life and drink his living water.
    To reject the Amen, you will be outside God’s city. You will be condemned to the lake of fire. He has given himself entirely to you, so you may enter freely into his city as you confess, “Amen.” to the gospel of salvation.
    Is your future secure in  Jesus? Go to him from wherever you are – rich or poor, happy or sad, sick or healthy, hopeless or hopeful, confused or decided, indifferent or determined, proud or humble. Whatever your state of mind, body and soul, you can know the power of his living Word, Jesus Christ. The Amen is the Morning Star, who shines his transforming light into any darkness in your soul. He is David’s offspring, come in the prophecy fulfilled to affirm God’s kingdom is forever. 2 Samuel 7:13 He is the one who will build a house for my Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.
    He is Living Water, pouring into you the full expression of the Father’s love. The Amen is the Bread of Life whose body is broken for you. 
    Wherever you are in your faith journey, accept his invitation now to dwell more fully with him. Confess, “I have sinned, Jesus. You are my Lord and Savior.” Repent, “I have neglected your love, Abba Father.” Commit, “I will love you with all of my heart, soul and mind, Lord God.”
    Declare, “Amen!” to Living Word made flesh, who has given his all to your eternal life. Anticipate a wonderful life in the eternal city with your heavenly Father. Trust his salvation in all he gives to you. He is the Amen, who has given you himself.
    Amen.
 
Prayer: “On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand. All other ground is sinking sand. From Life’s first cry to final breath, you Jesus, command my destiny.” (from “In Christ Alone” by Kristian Stanfill). Amen.
 
Now it is done. We have examined this magnificent epistle to he church of Jesus Christ. Once more, we have seen God’s sovereign majesty over his creation now and forever.
    I believe that too often Revelation is seen only as what will happen in the future. What God revealed to John is occurring now, isn’t it? And there will be a final time when all is fulfilled. We must live in the knowledge God is sovereign over the world; there are trials and tribulations opposing his church; Satan will deceive much of the world; God has marked his own to be delivered from evil; God will come for his own to re-establish his perfection on earth.
    Praise the Lord.
 
If you’d like these teachings in one collection, I will have a book ready by year’s end. I’ll let you know.
 
Thank you to the many who have expressed the ways Revelation has impacted your understanding of God.