Awed Silence in Heaven

Revelation 8:1-6 “And when He had opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven for about the space of half an hour” (Revelation 8:1). The loud and heavenly praise of God in Revelation 7 is followed by silence as those in heaven fall into quiet awe. What...

Servants around the Throne of God

Revelation 7:9-17 In the Word of God, glorious revelations often appear near episodes that are gross and repulsive. Sometimes the vision of God reveals what is vile – as it did for the humbled prophet in Isaiah 6:1-8. When Isaiah saw the vision of God’s holiness, he...

The Seal of the Living God

Revelation 7:1-12 Revelation chapter 7 is notable in several ways. It speaks of angels holding back violent winds and sealing the saints. It includes an inspiring vista of rejoicing people from every nation, tribe and language. This chapter demonstrates that when...
Are You Ready?

Are You Ready?

By all indications, the Supreme Court of the United States will soon overturn Roe v. Wade. This means that each state must grapple with the issue of abortion. Since our constitutional republic is “of the people, by the people and for the people” are you prepared to...

An Ornament of Grace

Proverbs 1:8-9 My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.” (Proverbs 1:8-9) A Treasure Hunt For a few minutes, could I interest you in a treasure...