John, the great apostle and the one Jesus loved, was reduced to tears.
In a vision he received while imprisoned (Rev. 5:1-12) he found himself in Gods throne room as future events unfolded. In heaven, John saw God hold up a sealed scroll. He wept because as he observed the glories of Gods presence, he saw no one who could open the scrollno one with the power to reveal Gods final revelation and to complete the concluding chapter of historys drama.
As an apostle, John had observed the power of sin in the world. He had witnessed Jesus life and death on earth to conquer sin. He had seen Him ascend into heaven. But now he was fearful when he saw that no one was worthy to open the scroll and vanquish sin forever (v.4).
Imagine the drama of what happened next. An elder approached John and said, Do not weep, and pointed him toward Someone he knew: Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah (v.5). John looked, and he saw Jesusthe only One with the power to take the scroll, open the seals, and complete the story. Soon Johns tears were dry, and millions of angels were proclaiming, Worthy is the Lamb! (v.12).
Are you crying? Behold, Johns friendJesus. He is worthy. Turn things over to Him.
Good morning and happy weekend, Mayor...((HUGS))...thanks for today’s sustenance for body and soul.