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There is much intimidation surrounding the book of Revelation. It is filled with judgment, punishment, grace, mercy, and everything in between. The apocalyptic imagery describing end times is hard to interpret, even for the most studied of readers, so before reading we should seek the Holy Spirit’s help in understanding. We might also find benefit in resources designed to assist us in our understanding of this portion of the Bible. Even though it’s a challenging part of Scripture, when read with trustful eyes and strong faith in God, it can be a book of hope. After all, one day, those of us in Christ will be united with him for eternity!

John is the author of Revelation, and the majority of what he writes comes from a vision given him by God to show what is to come at the end of the age. It is classified as an eschatological book since it speaks of the end times; it is also authoritative, which means it lets us know what the last days will look like and how things will end. Revelation concludes the canon of Scripture. This means that after Revelation 22:21, the very last verse in the Bible, there is nothing that there is nothing more to be added to the Bible. Though God still moves, there is no fresh revelation needed to live in relationship with Christ or in relationship with one another.

One of the most encouraging verses in Revelation is found in verse 20, “He who testifies to these things says, ‘I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!” This can be the heart posture of all who believe in Jesus: Maranatha! Come Lord Jesus! We take comfort in knowing one day God will bring all things to Himself, and we can spend eternity with Him forever.

Prayer: Thank you, God, for knowing the end and having a plan. Help me to not look to the future with fear, but with joy as I await your return!