Today’s devotion is based on Revealed: Week 6 – Forever Revealed! (WATCH HERE)
Two things that make a person feel valued and loved is to be in the know and to be invited to participate in something you really want and need.. When you are given “inside information” it is a testimony to not just the importance of the information, but the importance of you, especially if that information is important and valuable.
As Jesus finishes the last book of the Bible, he says this:
Revelation 22:16 “I, Jesus, have sent my angel to give you this testimony for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, and the bright Morning Star.”
17 The Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let him who hears say, “Come!” Whoever is thirsty, let him come; and whoever wishes, let him take the free gift of the water of life.
It’s always great to be in the know.
Jesus wants us to know. The whole book of Revelation is Jesus’ heart to make sure every member of his Church knows both the spiritual battle that is waging and the path to victory in his power and promises. He wants the Church to know as it seems beaten and broken by persecution that he hasn’t forgotten and really has given them the ultimate victory.
The names he chooses to give backing to his person and the testimony he gave is his connection to King David – both the Root and the Offspring. He was before David, but also of David. He is God, preceding David according to his divinity. He is true man, being born of the blood line of David. He carries the power of the eternal king and, like King David, a warrior who has won the victory over sin, death and the devil.
He is the “bright Morning Star.” The one that Shines to break the darkness. He is the one who brings hope to his people. In the visual of the book of Revelation, he is the one who always brings light, hope and life to God’s people.
He wants you to know him and his testimony.
It’s always great to be invited.
At the heart of Jesus’ life and ministry is the completion of the payment for sin, the dismantling of Satan’s power, and the victory over death. The nature of life and spiritual battles leave us weary and battle worn. As Jesus gives his testimony, the Spirit of God carries the task to make sure the life that Jesus gives makes it to the ears and hearts of people. He established his Church, his bride, to be a main communicator of this message. He wants those who have been refreshed by the water of life to be the communicators and inviters to others…that includes you and me.
The amazing nature of grace is that this refreshment is free.
We can invite without discretion and offer without cost. Why?
Because Jesus just wants people to be unburdened from their sin and live in the quiet hope that he has given them victory over sin, death and the devil.
Just like he has given to you!
Apply: Who do you know who is spiritually parched and would benefit from the Water of Life Jesus offers?
Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you for giving us your testimony and your invitation. Lead us to listen always to you and drink freely from the water of life. AMEN.