“’The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, 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...” Revelation 11:15-16
Lord Jesus, it’s just October 21st but my mind is spinning, heart is soaring, and hope is singing. I’m listening to Handel’s “Messiah”—the “Hallelujah Chorus” in particular, as I meditate my way through Revelation 11… one of my favorite passages in my favorite book in the Bible.
“And He shall reign forever and ever, King of kings! and Lord of lords! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah!” It’s just 4:29 am Central time, but I am amped and revved up!
Hallelujah indeed, Lord Jesus … between your resurrection and return, this should be our song every day, not just during the “Christmas season.” For you are already King of kings and Lord of lords—the ruler of the kings of the earth, and of everything else. Of the increase of your government and peace, there won’t be any delay, diminishing, or end (Isa. 9:6).
If we could see you in this moment as the “twenty-four elders” do, we too would fall down on our faces in wonder, love, and praise. Demons tremble when you draw near and stars sing the wonder of your name. Broken reeds love your appearing and all creation craves your returning. Indeed, Lord Jesus, we’re not waiting for your reign to begin, just for it to come in fullness.
May this good news impact how we think about current world events, the advancing of the Gospel to the nations, our important meetings on this Tuesday, medical challenges and transitions in front of us—really, how we think about everything. Because of you, Jesus, active adoration not fearful consternation should fill our hearts. So Very Amen.