Scripture: Revelation 22

Observation:      As John’s vision comes to a close, he sees a piece of ancient history resurrected.  Standing next to the river of life is the tree of life – the same tree Adam and Eve were told not to eat of in the Garden of Eden.  Finally, things are back to the way they were created to be.  No sin, God’s presence providing light for all, his presence with us in physical form and eternal life in God’s great city for everyone who washed their robes – putting washing away sin and following Christ.

Application:        Reading this chapter creates a longing for the world to be what’s described here.  It’s spiritually tiring living in our world the way it is.  Tapping into God’s strength each day is critically important, but I still face all the junk that sin and sinful people bring.  It also provides a vision to shoot for – to serve faithfully and to live each day for Jesus because of the reward that’s waiting at the end.  Finally, it’s an encouragement to represent Christ well as an ambassador so the new city will be as crowded as possible.

Prayer:                 Thanks for this vision of what’s to come.  Eternity with you will be even beyond what I can read or imagine.  Come, Lord Jesus!

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