We Will See What John Saw

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What is the greatest sight you have ever seen? Before your life comes to an end, what do you hope you have a chance to see? When you pass from this life to the next, what is it that you hope to open your eyes to and see?

The Apostle Paul received an amazing revelation from God. Heaven was opened up to John and he was able to look in and gaze upon the glory of God and God’s presence with his people. John saw the Kingdom of God.

John records what he saw, saying, “These are the ones… who are before the throne of God, and serve him day and night in his temple; and he who sits on the throne will shelter them with his presence. They shall hunger no more, neither thirst anymore; the sun shall not strike them, nor any scorching heat. For the Lamb in the midst of the throne will be their shepherd, and he will guide them to springs of living water, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” (Revelation 7:13-17, ESV).

Eternity awaits the saints of God. We will be clothed in God’s righteousness. We will stand and worship, and serve God in his dwelling place. God will shelter his beloved in his presence. There shall be no more hunger or thirst, no more pain, and no more injustice.

God will shepherd his people—guiding and caring tenderly for them. God will remove every pain and will wipe away every tear.

May we see and receive the heavenly revelation that John saw and may we harbor the hope of the coming Kingdom of God.

In Christ alone, Robbie

A Prayer For The Burial Of The Dead: “Father of all, we pray to you for those we love, but see no longer: Grant them your peace; let light perpetual shine upon them; and, in your loving wisdom and almighty power, work in them the good purpose of your perfect will; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.” (Book of Common Prayer, 2019).

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