Day 362 - Examining Our Faith in Light of God’s Holiness (Revelation 3, Revelation 4, Revelation 5, Revelation 6) Year 2
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TODAY'S READING:

• Revelation 3:1 - 6:17

WORD OF THE DAY:

-  Examine

Today, we step deeper into the breathtaking imagery of Revelation. In Revelation 3, Jesus challenges the remaining churches—Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea—to examine their spiritual condition. Then, in Revelation 4 and 5, we are transported into the heavenly throne room, where God’s majesty and Christ’s sovereignty are on full display.

But this is not just a heavenly vision to admire. These chapters compel us to examine our own faith, remove what does not belong, and rekindle a deeper reverence for our Savior.

Sardis: Jesus says, “I know your deeds; you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead” (Revelation 3:1). What a sobering statement! Sardis appeared vibrant outwardly but was spiritually stagnant and lifeless. Jesus calls them to wake up and strengthen what remains.

Philadelphia: This faithful church is commended for their perseverance. Jesus promises them an open door that no one can shut. Philadelphia shows us what vibrant, enduring faith looks like—steadfast and unwavering.

Laodicea: Perhaps the most famous warning of all, Jesus rebukes the Laodiceans for being lukewarm. Lukewarm faith is complacent, indifferent, and unfruitful. Jesus urges them to repent and return to fervent love for Him.

These warnings remind us to examine the state of our faith. Are we alive and growing like the church in Philadelphia? Or have we settled into complacency, losing our passion for Christ?

In Revelation 4, John is invited into heaven and given a vision of God’s throne room.

Here we see God’s majesty, brilliance, and sovereignty on full display. Around the throne are living creatures and elders worshiping without ceasing:“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come” (Revelation 4:8).

The vision of God’s throne invites us to stand in awe of Him. It reminds us of His authority over all things and His worthiness to receive our worship and devotion.

Revelation 5 shifts the focus to a scroll that no one is worthy to open—until Jesus appears. John weeps bitterly at first, but then he hears this declaration:“Look, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the heir to David’s throne, has won the victory. He is worthy to open the scroll and its seven seals” (Revelation 5:5).

But what John sees is not a lion, but a Lamb who was slain. The heavenly creatures cry out:“Worthy is the Lamb who was slaughtered—to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing” (Revelation 5:12).

This moment reminds us that Jesus, the Lamb of God, is the ultimate victor. He alone is worthy of our worship, trust, and allegiance.

Revelation invites us to examine our faith and stand in awe of our holy and sovereign God. Let us not settle for lukewarm faith but pursue vibrant, wholehearted devotion to Jesus Christ—the Lamb who is worthy.

“Blessing and honor and glory and power belong to the one sitting on the throne and to the Lamb forever and ever” (Revelation 5:13).

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