THE INVITATION, ADMONISHMENT, AND BENEDICTION

As the book of Revelation comes to a close an invitation is given to those that hear, are athirst, and willing to come and freely take of the water of life offered to them. This invitation is available to everyone; no one is exempt. It has always been God’s desire that all should be saved and none lost.

Secondly, a warning is given to take the writings of Revelation seriously. Often believers pick and choose what they will believe, accept, and obey. We are admonished that there are consequences for adding or diminishing the Word. Simply, we must eat the whole loaf.

Lest we forget, Jesus reminds us, “Surely I come quickly.”  In my words, “Be prepared and watching for Him.”

Lastly, John gives the benediction: Revelation 22: 21, “The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.”

Grace is unmerited favor, which is extended to each of us and for which I am grateful for it has offered me the opportunity to receive from God eternal life.