Revelation is a multi faceted gem, refracting the manifold wisdom of God. I love the mysterious Living God, made known through his Son!
Lately I’ve seized on the concluding remarks of the letter, which are a reference to Isaiah:
“The Spirit and the bride say, “Come.” And let the one who hears say, “Come.” And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who wishes take the water of life without cost.” Rev 22
“Come to the waters” Isaiah cried. Without cost? Take the water of life freely? Those who want to establish a righteousness of their own—“The man who does these things will live by them”—miss the free gift of God’s righteousness.
Come to the waters, people!
I love that it gives a blessing to those who read and heed it.