August 29, 2017: SOAP #2826: Ezekiel 4-7; Revelation 3

Scripture:  Revelation (NIV) 3:12 Him who overcomes I will make a pillar in the temple of my God. Never again will he leave it. I will write on him the name of my God and the name of the city of my God, the new Jerusalem, which is coming down out of heaven from my God; and I will also write on him my new name.

Observation:   John has been instructed to write a specific note to each of the seven churches in the Roman province of Asia Minor.  A portion of each note was a promise made to the overcomers.

Overcomers are those who are so identified with Christ that God wants to be identified with them.  So, Jesus writes on them the name of God.  He writes the address of God.  And He writes on them His new name!   He wants everyone to know they are His!

Application:  An artist signs his/her work so everyone can know who created the beautiful work of art.  The painter signs the painting.  The building is often named after the builders.  God wants to be clearly identified with those who have remained faithful and not given in to temptation!

Prayer:   Heavenly Father, I want to be one who carries your name!  I want you to be glad to be known as my God!  I want my identity with you to bring you joy. Amen

Pastor Leon
Making friends for time and eternity!