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The Book Of Revelation / Apocalypse 21:21-27 | 12 Pearls | King James Audio Bible
The Book of Revelation, also known as the Apocalypse of John, is the final book of the New Testament in the Christian Bible. It is a highly symbolic and apocalyptic work, written by the Apostle John on the Greek island of Patmos around 95 AD, during a time of intense persecution of early Christians by the Roman Empire.
The Book of Revelation is a unique and complex work that combines elements of apocalyptic literature, prophetic writing, and symbolic imagery. The book is primarily concerned with the end times, a period of intense tribulation and judgment that will culminate in the return of Jesus Christ and the establishment of his kingdom on earth.
At its core, the Book of Revelation is a message of hope and encouragement for persecuted Christians, who were living in a time of great uncertainty and suffering. Through a series of visions and prophetic messages, the book reassures believers that God is ultimately in control of history and that evil will ultimately be defeated.
The book is highly symbolic, drawing on a rich tapestry of images and metaphors from the Old Testament, as well as ancient Near Eastern and Greco-Roman mythology. The symbolism is often complex and multi-layered, and has been the subject of intense debate and interpretation throughout history.
Some of the key themes of the Book of Revelation include the sovereignty of God, the victory of Christ over evil, the final judgment of humanity, the establishment of the new heaven and earth, and the ultimate triumph of good over evil.
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Revelation 1:1-8 | The Revelation of Jesus Christ
‘The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass; and he sent and signified it by his angel unto his servant John’ (Revelation 1:1)
‘Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen’ (Revelation 1:7)
‘I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty’ (Revelation 1:8)
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in the Book of Revelation, I am struck by the powerful and majestic opening of this prophetic book. In these first verses, we see the love of Jesus Christ revealed in his sovereignty and power as the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end.
As I contemplate the majesty of Jesus Christ, I am reminded that he is not only the King of kings and Lord of lords, but he is also the Saviour of the world. Jesus is the one who came to redeem us from our sins and to offer us eternal life through faith in him.
In these verses, we see the love revealed of Jesus Christ in the fact that Jesus has made us a kingdom of priests to serve him and to share his love and message with the world. We see Jesus’ love in the fact that he has washed away our sins by his blood and made us clean before God.
As I reflect on the love of Jesus Christ in these verses, I am filled with gratitude for the salvation that Jesus offers to all who believe in him. I am reminded that Jesus’ love is not only powerful, but it is also personal. Jesus knows each of us intimately and desires for us to know him in the same way.
May this meditation on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 1:1-8 lead me to a deeper appreciation of Jesus’ majesty, sovereignty, and love. May I be filled with gratitude for the salvation that he has offered to all Christians, and all people, and may I be empowered to share Jesus’ love with others. Amen.
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Revelation 2:1-7 | To the Church in Ephesus
‘Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks’ (Revelation 2:1)
‘Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent’ (Revelation 2:4-5)
‘To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the paradise of God’ (Revelation 2:7)
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in the Book of Revelation, I am drawn to the message sent to the church in Ephesus. In these verses, we see the love of Jesus Christ revealed in his desire for his people to remain faithful to Jesus and to maintain a fervent love for Jesus in their hearts.
As I reflect on the love of Jesus Christ in this passage, I am reminded of the importance of our own love for him. It is easy for us to become distracted by the cares of this world and to lose sight of our first love, Jesus Christ. But Jesus calls us to remain steadfast in our love for him and to prioritize our relationship with Jesus above all else.
In these verses, we see the love of Jesus Christ in his desire to walk with us and to give us the fruit of the tree of life. Jesus desires for us to experience the abundant life that he has promised to all who follow him.
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 2:1-7, I am reminded of the importance of seeking the Holy Spirit to renew and strengthen our love for Jesus. It is only through the power of the Holy Spirit that we can truly love Jesus Christ with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength.
May this meditation on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 2:1-7 encourage me to maintain a fervent love for him in my heart. May I seek the Holy Spirit to renew and strengthen my love for Jesus, and may I prioritize my relationship with Jesus above all else. Amen.
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Revelation 2:8-11 | To the Church in Smyrna
‘And unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These things saith the first and the last, which was dead, and is alive’ (Revelation 2:8)
‘Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life’ (Revelation 2:10)
‘He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death’ (Revelation 2:11)
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in the Book of Revelation, I am drawn to the message sent to the church in Smyrna. In these verses, we see the love of Jesus Christ revealed in comfort and encouragement to those who endure persecution for Jesus’ name’s sake.
As I reflect on the love of Jesus Christ in this passage, I am reminded of the many Christians around the world who are currently facing persecution and suffering for their faith. Jesus Christ sees their pain and he offers them comfort and encouragement in the midst of their trials.
In these verses, we see the love of Jesus Christ in the promise to those who remain faithful to Jesus, even in the face of persecution and death. Jesus promises that they will not be hurt by the second death and that they will receive the crown of life.
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 2:8-11, I am reminded of the importance of remaining faithful to Jesus, even in the face of trials and tribulations. Jesus calls us to endure hardship for his name’s sake and promises to reward us for our faithfulness.
May this meditation on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 2:8-11 bring comfort and encouragement to all who are currently facing persecution for their faith. May I be inspired by the courage and faith of those who have gone before me, and may I pray for the strength to remain faithful to Jesus Christ, no matter what may come. Amen.
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Revelation 3:7-13 | To the Church in Philadelphia
‘And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write; These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of David, he that openeth, and no man shutteth; and shutteth, and no man openeth’ (Revelation 3:7)
‘I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name’ (Revelation 3:8)
‘Because thou hast kept the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation, which shall come upon all the world, to try them that dwell upon the earth’ (Revelation 3:10)
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in the Book of Revelation, I am struck by the message that he sent to the church in Philadelphia. In these verses, we see the love of Jesus Christ revealed in his promises to those who hold fast to their faith in him.
As I reflect on the love of Jesus Christ in this passage, I am reminded of the blessings and rewards that Jesus promises to those who keep his word and do not deny his name. Jesus promises to make them a pillar in the temple of God and to write on them the name of God, the name of the city of God, and his own new name.
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 3:7-13, I am reminded of the importance of holding fast to faith in Jesus. Jesus Christ is faithful and true, and he promises to keep us from the hour of trial that is coming upon the whole world.
May this meditation on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 3:7-13 inspire me to keep my heart fixed on Jesus, our Lord and Savior. May I be strengthened by Jesus’ promises and encouraged by Jesus’ love, as I press on toward the goal of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.
Let us pray for the strength and perseverance to hold fast to our faith in Jesus Christ, no matter what may come. May we be faithful to him until the end, and may we receive the blessings and rewards that he has promised to those who love him. Amen.
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Revelation 5:1-14 | The Lamb Takes the Scroll
‘And I beheld, and, lo, in the midst of the throne and of the four beasts, and in the midst of the elders, stood a Lamb as it had been slain’ (Revelation 5:6).
‘And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation’ (Revelation 5:9).
‘And every creature which is in heaven, and on the earth, and under the earth, and such as are in the sea, and all that are in them, heard I saying, Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever’ (Revelation 5:13).
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in the Book of Revelation, I am struck by the image of the Lamb who was slain, as described in Revelation 5:1-14. Here, we see the love of Jesus Christ revealed in his sacrifice on the Cross, which has redeemed us from our sins and made us a kingdom and priests to our God.
As I reflect on the love of Jesus Christ in this passage, I am overwhelmed by the worthiness of Jesus Christ to receive all glory and honour and power. Jesus alone is worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, for he has overcome sin and death and has triumphed over the powers of darkness.
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 5:1-14, I am filled with gratitude for the redemption and salvation that Jesus has offered to us through his sacrifice on the cross. By Jesus’ blood, we have been ransomed from the power of sin and death, and we have been made children of God and heirs of his kingdom.
May this meditation on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 5:1-14 inspire me to worship and adore Jesus as the Lamb who was slain for our sins. May I contemplate the worthiness of Jesus Christ to receive all glory and honour and power, and may I be filled with gratitude for the redemption and salvation that Jesus has offered to all Christians and all people through his sacrifice on the Cross.
Let us pray for the grace and strength to live in the light of his love, to follow him faithfully, and to proclaim his gospel to all people. May we be filled with the power of his Spirit, and may we bear witness to his love and truth in all that we do. Amen.
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Revelation 21:21 | 12 Pearls | The New Jerusalem
‘And the twelve gates were twelve pearls; every several gate was of one pearl: and the street of the city was pure gold, as it were transparent glass’ (Revelation 21:21).
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in the Book of Revelation, I am drawn to the description of the New Jerusalem in Revelation 21:21. Here, we see the love of Jesus Christ revealed in the beauty and perfection of the city that Jesus has prepared for his people.
As I contemplate the love of Jesus Christ in this passage, I am struck by the majesty and splendour of the New Jerusalem, which is adorned with every precious stone and pure gold. This city, which is the dwelling place of God himself, is a testament to the love and care that Jesus Christ has for his people.
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 21:21, I am filled with gratitude for the promise of eternal life with Jesus in a place where there is no more pain or sorrow. This city is a place where every tear will be wiped away, and where we will be reunited with all those who have gone before us in faith.
May this meditation on the love of Jesus Christ in Revelation 21:21 inspire me to set my heart on the things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. May I be filled with hope and joy as I contemplate the promise of eternal life with Jesus, and may I be strengthened in my faith as we await Jesus’ return.
Let us pray for the grace and strength to live as citizens of the New Jerusalem, to bear witness to the love and truth of Jesus Christ, and to eagerly await his coming. May we be filled with the power of his Spirit, and may we bring glory to his name in all that we do. Amen.
Meditations On The Love Of Jesus Christ | Revelation 22:12-21 | Jesus is Coming Soon
‘And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be’ (Revelation 22:12).
‘I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last’ (Revelation 22:13).
‘Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city’ (Revelation 22:14).
‘And the Spirit and the bride say, Come. And let him that heareth say, Come. And let him that is athirst come. And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely’ (Revelation 22:17).
‘He which testifieth these things saith, Surely I come quickly. Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus’ (Revelation 22:20).
‘The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen’ (Revelation 22:21).
As I meditate on the love of Jesus Christ and Revelation 22:12-21, I am reminded of the great love that Jesus has for all people. In these verses, Jesus declares himself to be the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. Jesus is the first and the last, the one who holds the keys to life and death.
As I reflect on this, I am struck by the urgency and importance of sharing the love of Jesus Christ with others before his return. Jesus himself says in verse 12, ‘Behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.’ This is a sobering reminder that time is short, and we must use it wisely to share the good news of Jesus Christ with others.
In these final verses of Revelation, we are also reminded of the incredible love that Jesus has for us. Jesus offers us the gift of eternal life, and Jesus invites us to come and drink from the water of life freely. As we contemplate this great love, we are filled with gratitude and awe.
Let us pray for the grace and boldness to proclaim the love of Jesus Christ to a lost and dying world. May I be a faithful witness, sharing the good news with all people around me. And may we live each day with the knowledge that Jesus is coming soon, and our reward is with him. Amen.
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