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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 20 describes the binding of Satan, the reign of Christ, and the final judgment (vv. 1–15). Satan is bound and prevented from deceiving the nations for a thousand years, while believers reign with Christ and share in the first resurrection (vv. 1–6). After this period, Satan is released for a final rebellion, but it is quickly defeated, and he is thrown into the lake of fire forever (vv. 7–10). The chapter ends with the great white throne judgment, where all the dead are raised and judged according to their deeds, and those not found in the book of life are cast into the lake of fire (vv. 11–15).
Seeing Jesus in This Chapter:
Revelation 20 reveals Jesus as the sovereign King and final Judge who defeats evil completely and reigns forever. He has authority over Satan, who is bound and ultimately destroyed under His rule (vv. 1–3, 10). He shares His reign with His people, giving them life, victory, and the privilege of ruling with Him (vv. 4–6). And He is the One seated on the throne of judgment, before whom all people must stand – perfectly just, seeing every deed, and rendering a final, righteous verdict (vv. 11–13). Yet for those whose names are written in the book of life, there is no fear of the second death (v. 15). Jesus is both the King who reigns with His people and the Judge who brings all things to their final and just end.
🌀 Reflection:
Every person will stand before Jesus as Judge. Are you trusting in Him as your Savior now, knowing that your only hope is to have your name written in the book of life?
💬 Mission Challenge:
Take time today to thank Jesus for saving you, and share the urgency of that truth with someone who needs to hear it.
Continue reading in our NT260 plan in the rest of Phase 4 — That You May Believe.
Just Keith Harris 
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