Day 362, or December the 28th. Life in all its
sweetness. Our thoughts today come from Revelation
chapter 10, verse 2. He was holding a little
scroll, which lay open in his hand. He planted
his right foot on the sea, and his left foot
on the land. First the big picture surrounding
this verse. Some aspects of the revelation given
to John are easier to understand than others.
He continues recounting what Jesus is revealing
to him as he concludes the list of trumpets and
explanations about some amazing things like an
edible scroll and a war in heaven and earth.
We need to remember this last book of the Bible
is phrased in an apocalyptic language well known
to many in ancient times. John also reflects
some of the style of the prophets, especially
Ezekiel, and as we faithfully read we are given
glimpses of what it means to us today, even if
we can't understand the whole picture. I find
each time I read difficult chapters, God shows
me something fresh each time. Be encouraged,
we don't have to fully understand to be fully
blessed. And now, our action step for today.
The little scroll that was brought down from
heaven has similarities which are found in Ezekiel
3 .1 and Jeremiah 15 .16. When eaten, it reveals
the sweet message of God's plan for mankind.
We are also reminded that there will be bitterness
for sinners who do not repent. I believe the
little scroll symbolizes the Bible and reminds
us that we must consume the Word, just as John
ate the scroll. When we take in the Bible, it
equips us to live victorious lives. God, through
the Holy Spirit, will teach each of us what the
Bible is saying. I trust this has been your experience,
as you have listened to a verse each day over
the past months. The planting of the feet on
the sea and the land in today's verse confirms
Christ's total authority over the whole earth.
It won't be long before you complete this audio
book. Well done. So, have you considered taking
a similar challenge with Step by Step that includes
the whole Bible text? God has so much to say
to all of us and I'm sure you would benefit
from hearing it.