Jesus Is On The Way

“When they see the smoke of her burning, they will exclaim, ‘Was there ever a city like this great city?’ They will throw dust on their heads, and with weeping and mourning cry out: “ ‘Woe! Woe to you, great city, where all who had ships on the sea became rich through her wealth! In one hour she has been brought to ruin!’ “Rejoice over her, you heavens! Rejoice, you people of God! Rejoice, apostles and prophets! For God has judged her with the judgment she imposed on you.’” -Revelation‬ ‭18‬:‭18‬-‭20

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Jesus is coming back! We don’t know when, but we know that He will come like a thief in the night (1 Thessalonians 5:2).

People will be surprised as everything changes in a moment! Things that have taken a lifetime to build, can be destroyed in an hour (v.19).

God's judgment is coming!

We do not know when Jesus is coming back, but we know that He definitely is returning!

Since we know He is on the way, we should live our lives with expectancy and make sure that we are prepared!

Are you daily walking in the Spirit and making the most of the time you have to help others find Jesus? The time is short! Jesus is on the way!

Right on?

Read/listen to Revelation chapters 17-19

Prayer focus: ask God to help you make the most of every day and to have wisdom to be prepared for the return of Christ

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Hell & God's Judgement

“Then I heard the angel in charge of the waters say: ‘You are just in these judgments, O Holy One, you who are and who were; for they have shed the blood of your holy people and your prophets, and you have given them blood to drink as they deserve.’ And I heard the altar respond: ‘Yes, Lord God Almighty, true and just are your judgments.’” -Revelation 16:5-7

Not thinking or talking about hell and God’s wrath in the short term may seem more convenient, but it’s a disservice to not warn people from pending consequences. The Bible is very clear that there will be eternal punishment for everyone who has not placed their faith in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior!

God’s wrath was poured out on Jesus, who paid the price for our sins! He willingly paid that price for all who would receive His payment in their place! Some people, however, will refuse the offer and will experience the penalty for their sins for all eternity in hell.

Eternal punishment may seem harsh through our dirty lens of a sin stained world where we all have sinned. However, from the standpoint of a holy and perfectly just God, His judgements are just and true (v.7).

To love people well, we need to tell them about God‘s amazing grace, and the eternal consequences for those who refuse that grace! It’s not unloving to talk about the hard things! It’s actually more loving to warn a perishing world of future consequences if they do not repent!

Thankfully, God generously gave His Son so that whoever believes in Jesus should not perish, but have eternal life (John 3:16). Point people to the love and grace of God, but remember that grace is so amazing because of what we are rescued from in hell. Praise God for His amazing grace!

Right on?

Read/listen to Revelation chapters 14-16

Prayer focus: thank God for His amazing grace and for rescuing us from hell while asking for courage to talk about hard things like this with others

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God's Eternal Kingdom

“The seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and there were loud voices in heaven, which said: ‘The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Messiah, and he will reign for ever and ever.’ And the twenty-four elders, who were seated on their thrones before God, fell on their faces and worshiped God, saying: ‘We give thanks to you, Lord God Almighty, the One who is and who was, because you have taken your great power and have begun to reign.’” -Revelation‬ ‭11‬:‭15‬-‭17‬ ‭

There are many incredible organizations and businesses that people have built! They have efficient systems, inspiring buildings, significant financial resources, innovative ideas, and great technology. However, all the things of this world will one day pass away.

God‘s Kingdom, however, will reign forever! He rules an eternal Kingdom!

During our one life here on earth, we get to choose if we will spend our time building worldly kingdoms that will not last or God’s eternal Kingdom that will last forever!

Are you pouring your life, time, and resources into building God’s Kingdom?

Invest well today and you will have all eternity to be grateful you helped build something lasting!

Right on?

Read/listen to Revelation chapters 11-13

Prayer focus: talk to God about what you want to build or have been building and ask for wisdom to help build His eternal Kingdom

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