"When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. But he laid his right hand on me, saying, 'Fear not, I am the first and the last.'" - Revelation 1:17 When Jesus calls Himself "the First and the Last," He is declaring something powerful about His nature. He is not simply a figure in history. He is eternal, existing before all things and continuing forever. This title emphasizes His sovereignty ...  Read More

"And in the midst of the lampstands one like a son of man, clothed with a long robe and with a golden sash around his chest." - Revelation 1:13 The title "Son of Man" is one of the most significant titles Jesus used for Himself throughout the Gospels and, specifically, in Revelation. On the surface, it emphasizes His humanity. Jesus, though fully divine, was also fully human. He lived among us, fe...  Read More

“Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, ‘Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.’” - Romans 12:19 When we face injustice or hardship, our natural instinct is often to fight back. Whether it’s someone wronging us or an unfair situation, we want to make things right on our own. But in these moments, we need to remember that Jesus, in His infini...  Read More

What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? By no means! How can we who died to sin still live in it? - Romans 6:1-2 God’s grace is a beautiful gift, one that offers forgiveness when we fail and mercy when we fall short. However, it’s crucial that we don’t misunderstand the purpose of grace. Just because God offers His grace does not mean we should take it as a free pa...  Read More

“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people.” - Titus 2:11 As we reflect on the picture of Christ as the perfect judge, it can be easy to focus on the weight of the final judgment. The thought of standing before Jesus, knowing that all our actions, thoughts, and decisions will be examined, might feel overwhelming. But while Revelation paints a powerful image of a righteou...  Read More

“His eyes were like a flame of fire... His feet were like fine brass...” - Revelation 1:14-15  When we think of judgment, many of us imagine a cold, distant courtroom where a judge renders a decision based on evidence and facts. But the judgment that Christ will bring when He returns is different. It is personal, perfect, and absolute. In Revelation 1:13-18, we get a glimpse into Christ’s role as ...  Read More

“When I saw him, I fell at his feet like a dead man. But he laid his right hand on me and said, ‘Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last, and the Living One. I was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore.’” - Revelation 1:17-18  In Revelation 1, John has an incredible vision of Jesus. He sees Jesus in His full glory, far beyond the image we often have of Him. John describes Jesus with hair ...  Read More

“The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place.” - Revelation 1:1  If you're a servant of God, then the book of Revelation was given to you. It’s not just for the theologians or scholars, and it's not just for people who have a deep understanding of Scripture. It’s for you. The Revelation of Jesus Christ was delivered with you in mi...  Read More

“Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near.” - Revelation 1:3  Have you ever wondered why praying can feel so hard? Your mind wanders, you get distracted, and suddenly, you’ve lost track of what you were saying. Or maybe reading the Bible feels like a challenge—your eyelids get heavy, or...  Read More

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” - John 1:5  A while back, I, like many of you, stood outside in my backyard, looking up at the sky, hoping to catch a glimpse of the total eclipse. While Cleveland, Tennessee, didn’t get the chance to see the full eclipse, other parts of the world did. Apparently, it's a big deal because the path of totality only passes over...  Read More

“I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture.” - John 10:9 Not too long ago, I had the privilege of sharing the gospel at the Bradley County Jail, and one of the most vivid memories I have is of speaking to men who were surrounded by fear and hopelessness. These men were confined by bars, but there was something far greater keeping them in bondag...  Read More

"Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear the words of this prophecy and keep what is written in it, because the time is near." – Revelation 1:3 Have you ever wondered what it would be like to receive a personal promise from God? In the book of Revelation, we get exactly that. A clear and direct promise of blessing. The promise is simple: if you...  Read More