Revelation 22:12 “Look, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to each person according to what they have done.
To the end commentary is worded as adamant about what Revelation means and what is, of course, an utterly ridiculous interpretation. And I think that certainty does a huge disservice to Jesus and to God’s word.
Revelation 22:13 I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End.
I think that sense of mystery and wonder is part of the point. We have been told repeatedly throughout the Bible to seek, ask, and knock. Jesus wants us to seek Him, to draw closer to Him. Seeking, questioning, as we read His word allows us to draw closer.
Revelation 22:17 The Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let the one who hears say, “Come!” Let the one who is thirsty come; and let the one who wishes take the free gift of the water of life.
Lord, You have made no secret about Your commands: love You, love others. You’ve made no secret that You want an intimate relationship with us, but that we have to seek, ask, and knock. You’ve made no secret about how to draw closer: “Come!” About how to be satisfied: “take the free gift of the water of life.” Thank You, Jesus. Thank You.
Revelation 22:21 The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God’s people. Amen.
Have a blessed day.