Words of Truth

John, to the seven churches which are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from Him who is and who was and who is to come . . . from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler over the kings of the earth (Revelation 1:4-5).

Jesus is seen in all His sovereignty. He is the faithful witness of the truth from God, who sent Him to earth to die for sins. Both Jesus and the believers are called “witnesses.” Jesus is also portrayed as the ruler over all the kings of the world—an all-powerful King, victorious in battle, glorious in peace.

We live in a day of conflicting claims for various religions (they can’t all be true), and the desire to be tolerant of all others (if it’s true for you, it’s true; the truth is relative). Yet how do we as Christians determine what we believe? Only as we regard Jesus Christ as our faithful witness. He is the only religious leader who has risen from the dead.

So when you read John’s description of the vision he was given, keep in mind that his words are not just good advice; they are truth from the King of kings. Don’t just read his words for their interesting and amazing portrayal of the future. Let the truth about Christ penetrate your life, deepen your faith in Him, and strengthen your commitment to follow Him—no matter what the cost. That is our witness.

Unless otherwise noted, Scripture taken from the New King James Version®, NKJV © 1982 by Thomas Nelson.
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