Bible Chapter: Revelation 5

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    God has a plan.  He knows what He is doing.  The book mentioned here contains God’s plan for the world.  He will reveal what it says.  It took a holy one to open the book.  Jesus is described as the Lion of the Tribe of Judah.  He is the future ruler of the earth.  He will conquer and win.
    Jesus is also shown as the Lamb who has been slain.  He gave Himself on the cross to pay the price for the sins of the world.  His sacrificial death was required to satisfy the justice and righteousness of God the Father.  Sin broke the relationship mankind had with God - Jesus paved the way for restoration.  We see here the worship Jesus is worthy to receive.  We saw that in chapter four, and now again in five.  Thousands of thousands of voices shouting “Worthy is the Lamb who was slain To receive power and riches and wisdom, And strength and honor and glory and blessing!”  What an amazing time that was.  They were worshiping the Lord who lives forever.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    Again, I must be reminded of the importance of worshiping God.  He is so worthy.  There are human events and organizations who are worshiped for their accomplishments.  This is probably OK to some extent, to recognize them for an accomplishment.  But, there are limits to it and soon it gets overwhelming and excessive.  It is impossible for worship of Jesus to become excessive.  He is holy and I must declare that.

3.  How can I help someone?
    People need to see Jesus for Who He really is.  I must help people experience Him, see Him and know His work in their lives.  Sadly, there is much mockery against Jesus.  He is worthy of praise, not mocking.