The Last Day
Revelation talks about the last day, and we see that we will be victorious.
Revelation 7:9 ESV
[9] After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands,
We read here that there's a number who is so large that it cannot be counted. These people are dressed in white and holding palm branches symbolizing righteousness.
We cannot escape suffering and the tribulation. As Christians, we suffer for Christ as Christ suffered for us. However, there is a reward for those who endure.
Revelation 7:16-17 ESV
[16] They shall hunger no more, neither thirst anymore; the sun shall not strike them, nor any scorching heat. [17] For the Lamb in the midst of the throne will be their shepherd, and he will guide them to springs of living water, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.”
Revelation was written as a book of comfort for the early Christians. They were being persecuted and they needed encouragement to give them the strength to persevere.
We know that the victory is already in Jesus. Jesus has won the battle and we are waiting for his return.
Salvation is promised to all who would believe in Jesus. Salvation is not reserved for certain groups of people or certain nations. Salvation was not just extended to the Israelites, but to all nations.
One key distinction between Christians and others is the emphasis of praising God. Those who praise God are already living in heaven. Worship is responding to God and his Grace
How do we respond to God's grace of salvation through Jesus.? We are reminded that the salvation that God offers is not just for us but also for others
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