The book of Revelation may seem ominous and overwhelming, but it opens and closes with grace. In his prologue in Revelation 1:4, John said, “Grace to you and peace from Him who is and who was and who is to come.” And at the end of the book, Revelation 22:21 says, “The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.” Scripture’s last book opens and closes with God’s grace.

The whole message of Revelation is that God has a plan for this world that will deal with evil and lead His children to eternal glory. Our future is assured by Him who was, and who is, and who is to come. The wickedness of the world isn’t going to last forever. The terror of warfare will run its course. Jesus will overcome His enemies and usher His children into the place He has prepared for them.

God’s grace and mercy are on full display in Revelation. Take a moment and rejoice in that today. Your future in Christ is coming, and it will be wonderful! Praise His Name!

The believer is grateful as to the past, restful as to the present, and trustful as to the future.
William Hendriksen