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Today’s post includes a brief overview of the chapter and a focused look at what it reveals about Jesus (Rev. 1:1) — so our eyes stay fixed on Him.
Chapter Overview:
Revelation 10 serves as an interlude between the sixth and seventh trumpets, emphasizing God’s timing and the role of His Word (vv. 1–11). John sees a mighty angel declaring that there will be no more delay and that God’s plan is about to be fulfilled (vv. 5–7). He is then told to take and eat a little scroll – sweet in his mouth but bitter in his stomach – symbolizing the message he must proclaim (vv. 8–10). The chapter ends with John being commissioned to continue prophesying to the nations (v. 11).
Seeing Jesus in This Chapter:
Revelation 10 reveals Jesus as the sovereign Lord whose purposes will be fulfilled in perfect timing. The message of “no more delay” reminds us that history is moving toward His appointed end – nothing will stop what He has planned (vv. 6–7). He is the One who has revealed the “mystery” of His plan, bringing all things under His rule just as He promised through the prophets (v. 7). At the same time, His Word carries both sweetness and bitterness – sweet because it reveals His truth, victory, and salvation, but bitter because it includes judgment and the reality of rejection (vv. 9–10). Jesus calls His people not just to hear His Word, but to receive it deeply and faithfully proclaim it, even when it is difficult.
🌀 Reflection:
God’s plan is moving forward, even when it feels delayed. Do you trust His timing, even when you don’t fully understand what He is doing?
💬 Mission Challenge:
Take in God’s Word today and share one truth from it with someone, even if it feels difficult to say.
Continue reading in our NT260 plan in the rest of Phase 4 — That You May Believe.
Just Keith Harris 
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