God Promises Everything New
Following the catastrophic
judgments of the seven vials,
John sees the doom of Babylon.
And a great multitude sings but
praises to God in anticipation of
the marriage supper of the Lamb.
A white horse emerges, mounted
by the King of Kings who destroys
the beast and the false prophet..
setting the stage for the coming
of a new heaven and new earth.
Once again God and his people
live in intimate fellowship. Amen.
Lord, You make All Things New:
And I heard a loud voice from the
throne saying: Look God’s dwelling
place is now among the people,
and He Will Dwell with them…
And God will wipe every tear from
their eyes. There will be no more
death or mourning or pain, for the
former things have passed away.
… I am making everything New!
… these words are trustworthy
and true (Rev 21:3-5). And the
city has no need of sun and moon
for the glory of God illuminates
the city and the Lamb is its light.
The nations of the earth will
Walk in its Light (v23-24). Amen.
Lord, despite the promise that
You are always with me, the fact
is that sometimes I can’t sense
Your presence. So encourage
me and sustain me with the
promise that one day I will see
You face-to-face; and that
I will dwell with You forever.
In Jesus’ precious name, Amen.
Father, when I am sad, keep me
from despair. And remind me that
Christ has defeated sin & death.
The day is coming when the world
will be put right and all sorrow
will cease. Praise You holy name.
And Thank you for the promise
of making everything new.
Thank You for making heaven
a place of infinite joy. Amen.
Lord, help me to see not just
the present challenges, but also
the future that You have planned
for me. Flood my mind and heart
with Your light. Grant me wisdom
and help me find my way out of
dark places. Illuminate Your Word
and comfort me and assure me
that a wonderful future awaits.
Help me to take the long-term
view & keep me from impatience
& faithlessness. In His name, Amen