December 27, 2016: SOAP #2581:  Revelation 1-4

Scripture:  Revelation (NIV) 1:1 The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John,

Observation:   The angel was sent to John.  The Revelation was given to a man.   I am amazed to me to see how God’s ministry to people so often flows through people.   Even for Jesus’ ministry to and among men, He had to become fully human.

Application:   God’s plan was to reach me, to draw me to Himself.  His plan continues.  His plan is to use me.   If I protest that I am but a man—He assures me that is what qualifies me.  My weaknesses and failures uniquely qualify me to be used of God.  The credit for any success must go to Him alone.

Prayer:    Heavenly Father, That you would take someone as weak and frail as myself, with all my limitations, to be useful in your Kingdom amazes me.  May you receive all the glory.   Amen

Pastor Leon
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