We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place behind the curtain,
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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He will swallow up death forever; and the Lord God will wipe away tears from all faces, and the reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth, for the Lord has spoken.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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For his anger is but for a moment, and his favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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Key Verse:“For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd…” (Revelation 7:17)
Sitting in the heart of heaven is not just a throne, but a Lamb; Jesus Christ, who laid down His life for us. The one exalted in glory is the same one who bore our sin. His victory came through sacrifice. At the center of all eternity is not a distant ruler or abstract force but a Lamb; the very picture of humility and sacrifice. Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, gave Himself for us so that we might have eternal life. The book of Revelation reminds us that heaven’s focus is not on angels, crowns, or golden streets it is on Jesus, our savior, the Lamb who was slain yet now reigns. John 1:29
This is intense comfort. The One who reigns over the universe is also the One who suffered for us, bore our sins, and conquered death on our behalf. His love is immeasurable, His central place in heaven’s throne room shows us that the cross was not weakness but ultimate victory. Hebrews 12:2
When you feel forgotten, overlooked, or powerless, remember this: the Lamb who died for you is the King who rules for you. He is not only exalted in heaven but is also at the center of your story. His love and sacrifice define your worth more than anything else. Isaiah 41:10
Supporting Scriptures:
John 1:29 – “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!”
Philippians 2:8–9 – Christ humbled Himself unto death, but God exalted Him above every name.
Takeaway: The Lamb who died for you now reigns at the center of heaven—and at the center of your life.
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I come to You today with my burdens, pains, stress and sickness. Please Lord exchange my weariness, overwhelmedness, and pain, for Your rest and completely refresh my spirit. Be my guide in the middle of dark while I am walking through the valleys. In Jesus Name Amen
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For with thee is the fountain of life: in thy light shall we see light.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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Jesus answered and said unto her, Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again: But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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Who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all. He keeps all his bones; not one of them is broken.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name:
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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Looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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“For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” – Revelation 7:17
Introduction
For a lot of us the book of Revelation will often feel like a mystery wrapped in symbolism and vivid imagery. But as we read it we can find tucked within its pages are moments of breathtaking comfort, hope, and clarity. Revelation 7:17 is one of those verses This is a verse that is a shining promise in the midst of apocalyptic visions. Here, John describes the Lamb, Jesus Christ, as both the exalted King at the center of heaven’s throne and the tender Shepherd who leads His people to eternal revitalization. Even more, God Himself draws near to wipe away every tear from His children’s eyes.
This verse is a window into the heart of God. It unites power and compassion, eternity and intimacy, majesty and tenderness. In this blog post, we’ll unpack the significance of Revelation 7:17 by looking at its context, its imagery, and how it is important today.
The Context of Revelation 7
Before looking into the verse itself, it’s helpful to understand the chapter and the context around it. Revelation 7 finds its between the opening of the sixth and seventh seals. After receiving the terrifying visions of judgment and upheaval, the chapter shifts focus to the people of God.
In John’s vision he sees a great multitude, too numerous to count, from every nation, tribe, and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb (Revelation 7:9). In this multitude it contains those who are the redeemed. The ones who have come through “the great tribulation” and have washed their robes in the blood of the Lamb (Revelation 7:14).
It is in this setting, where worship, redemption, and eternal salvation are at the forefront, it is at this point when John hears and sees the promise of verse 17. This isn’t a coined feel good random statement. It’s the pinnacle of God’s assurance to His people. It is a decisive statement that suffering, pain, and tears are not the final word.
The Lamb Who Is Also the Shepherd
The first striking image in Revelation 7:17 is paradoxical: “For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd.”
In most settings, a lamb is the one who needs a shepherd, not the other way around. Yet here, Jesus is both—the sacrificial Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world (John 1:29) and the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for His sheep (John 10:11). This dual identity is at the heart of the gospel.
As the Lamb, Jesus is the perfect sacrifice, slain for our redemption. His blood has made it possible for countless multitudes to stand in God’s presence, washed clean and declared righteous.
As the Shepherd, Jesus continues His care for His people. He doesn’t just redeem and abandon us; He leads, guides, and provides for us forever.
These verses reveal a Savior who is both victorious and tender at the same time. He rules from the center of the throne, yet He walks with His flock, personally tending to their needs.
Springs of Living Water
The verse continues: “He will lead them to springs of living water.”
This echoes Jesus’ own words in John 4:14, where He promises living water to the Samaritan woman at the well. Living water is a representation of eternal satisfaction, spiritual renewal, and the very life of God flowing into His people.
Far from earthly water that quenches thirst only temporarily, the living water Jesus provides never runs dry. When accepting Jesus you’ll get to experience heaven’s fullness, there is no more searching, striving, or longing for what we lack. The Shepherd leads His people into eternal abundance, where their deepest needs and desires are met in Him.
For believers today, this promise is not only future but also present. Though we will one day drink fully in eternity, Jesus already gives us streams of living water through His Spirit (John 7:38–39). Every time we turn to Him in prayer, in His Word, or in worship, we are drinking from His eternal fountain.
God Wiping Away Every Tear
Perhaps the most intimate part of this verse is the closing line: “And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.”
We do not have a distant God issuing a decree from afar. This is our Father drawing near with His own hand to comfort His children. This verse paints a picture of tenderness and closeness that mere words can barely capture. Every tear, from grief, pain, loss, or injustice will, is, and has been acknowledged and personally removed by the One who loves us most.
This promise is then again echoed again in Revelation 21:4, where John writes: “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
Within these verses lie the hope of heaven: not only there an absence of suffering but also the presence of God’s eternal comfort. Every sorrow will be undone, every wound healed, every loss restored in the presence of the Lamb.
What This Means for Us Today
Revelation 7:17 is not just a promise for the future, it is an anchor for today. Here are a few ways we can live in light of this verse:
We can trust Jesus as both Lamb and Shepherd. He is the sacrifice that redeems us and the Shepherd who sustains us. No matter how lost, weary, or thirsty we feel, we can rest in His care.
We can draw from living water now. Through the Holy Spirit, we already taste the eternal refreshment that will one day be ours in full. When life feels dry, Jesus invites us to drink deeply of His presence.
We can hold on to the hope of eternal comfort. Tears may be part of our journey, but they are not the final word. God sees, knows, and promises a day when He will personally wipe them away. That hope sustains us through suffering.
We can look forward with confidence. Revelation is filled with symbols of judgment, but it is equally filled with visions of hope. For the believer, Revelation 7:17 is a reminder that the end of the story is not despair, but restoration.
Conclusion
Revelation 7:17 brings together some of the most powerful truths of Scripture: the sacrifice of Christ, the shepherding care of God, the living water of the Spirit, and the eternal comfort of heaven. In just one verse, we are reminded that Jesus is both the Lamb who saves and the Shepherd who guides, and that our story ends not in tears but in eternal joy.
For those walking through hardship, grief, or uncertainty, this verse is a light in the darkness. The Shepherd has not abandoned His flock. He is leading us, even now, toward living water. And one day soon, every tear will be wiped away by the loving hand of our God.
Reflection Questions for Readers:
Where in your life do you most need to experience Jesus as your Shepherd today?
How can you draw from the “living water” of His Spirit this week?
What tears are you holding onto that you need to entrust to the God who promises to wipe them away?
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I come to You today with my burdens, pains, stress and sickness. Please Lord exchange my weariness, overwhelmedness, and pain, for Your rest and completely refresh my spirit. In Jesus Name Amen
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You serpents, you brood of vipers, how are you to escape being sentenced to hell? 34 Therefore I send you prophets and wise men and scribes, some of whom you will kill and crucify, and some you will flog in your synagogues and persecute from town to town, 35 so that on you may come all the righteous blood shed on earth, from the blood of righteous Abel to the blood of Zechariah the son of Barachiah, whom you murdered between the sanctuary and the altar. 36 Truly, I say to you, all these things will come upon this generation.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water. But this spake he of the Spirit, which they that believe on him should receive: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; because that Jesus was not yet glorified.)
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: Isaiah 53:5 – “He was pierced for our transgressions; He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on Him, and by His wounds we are healed.”
Just because we are broken, overwhelmed, or beat down does not meant our story ends. Walking through it with Christ will bring you redemption and restoration. We have been given the ultimate picture of God’s love for the brokenhearted and it is found at the cross. Isaiah 53:5 prophecies of Jesus, the Suffering Servant, who would take on humanity’s sin and sorrow. He was pierced, crushed, punished and broken all so that we might find peace and healing.
In this verse we are shown us that Jesus doesn’t just understand brokenness, He entered into it. He has experienced and knows grief, rejection, loneliness, and pain firsthand. Because He bore the ultimate crushing weight, He can bring true healing to our deepest wounds.
Healing through Christ will happen on multiple levels:
Spiritual healing: Our sins are forgiven, and we are reconciled to God.
Emotional healing: He binds up our broken hearts and restores hope.
Future healing: One day, every wound will be completely healed in His presence.
Sometimes healing can feel slow, but remember this: even if the process takes time, it is certain. God’s power to heal is rooted and revealed in Christ’s finished work, not in our ability to fix ourselves.
The sacrifice on the cross assures us that brokenness will not define the end of our story. Through Jesus’ wounds, we are given wholeness, peace, and the promise of restoration.
How does Jesus’ suffering give you confidence that He understands your pain?
Which area of your life—spiritual, emotional, or physical—needs His healing touch today?
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for taking my brokenness upon Yourself. Because of what You endured it helps me find healing and hope. Please Lord restore me and make me whole in You. In Jesus Name Amen
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I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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And I said unto him, Sir, thou knowest. And he said to me, These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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And after these things I saw four angels standing on the four corners of the earth, holding the four winds of the earth, that the wind should not blow on the earth, nor on the sea, nor on any tree. 2 And I saw another angel ascending from the east, having the seal of the living God: and he cried with a loud voice to the four angels, to whom it was given to hurt the earth and the sea, 3 Saying, Hurt not the earth, neither the sea, nor the trees, till we have sealed the servants of our God in their foreheads.
4 And I heard the number of them which were sealed: and there were sealed an hundred and forty and four thousand of all the tribes of the children of Israel. 5 Of the tribe of Juda were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Reuben were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Gad were sealed twelve thousand. 6 Of the tribe of Aser were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Nephthalim were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Manasses were sealed twelve thousand.
7 Of the tribe of Simeon were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Levi were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Issachar were sealed twelve thousand. 8 Of the tribe of Zabulon were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Joseph were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Benjamin were sealed twelve thousand. 9 After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands;
10 And cried with a loud voice, saying, Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb. 11 And all the angels stood round about the throne, and about the elders and the four beasts, and fell before the throne on their faces, and worshipped God, 12 Saying, Amen: Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen.
13 And one of the elders answered, saying unto me, What are these which are arrayed in white robes? and whence came they? 14 And I said unto him, Sir, thou knowest. And he said to me, These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. 15 Therefore are they before the throne of God, and serve him day and night in his temple: and he that sitteth on the throne shall dwell among them.
16 They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more; neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat. 17 For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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“For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.”
Dear Heavenly Father, be my guide and protect me from these things that surround me that I do not understand or that influence me in ways that are not from You. Lord I want to be and act as close to You as You’ve always wanted Your children to be. Lord give the strength to stand against the evil in this world, the distractions and influences. Help me to not fear and worry about these issues that continue to affect everything around us. Thank you Lord for Your protection, direction, and love. In Jesus Name Amen
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Scripture: Matthew 11:28 – “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
We’ll never find rest when trying to escape hardship on our own. However drawing near to Jesus, who carries the weight with us will give us a peaceful calm . Weariness comes in many forms; physical exhaustion, emotional heaviness, stress, anxiety and even spiritual fatigue. When we try to carry life’s burdens alone, our souls grow tired physically and mentally included. But we can see in Matthew 11:28, Jesus gives an invitation that is both simple and life-changing: “Come to me.
You can see that Jesus doesn’t say, “Get stronger first” or “Fix yourself.” His call is not to achieve but to approach, and trust in Him. He welcomes the weary and broken hearted as they are where they are, offering rest in His presence. This rest isn’t just a break or relaxation from sleep or relief from activity. The solace is about the soul finding peace and renewal in Him.
The word “rest” here carries the idea of refreshment, like water for a parched traveler. Jesus gives rest by taking our burdens unto Himself. Jesus carried the weight of sin, sorrow, and shame on the cross, and now He offers to exchange our heaviness for His peace.
For the brokenhearted and crushed in spirit, this is the hope we need: we don’t have to carry everything alone. The One who holds the universe invites us to rest in His strength.
What burden are you carrying today that you need to lay at Jesus’ feet?
How does Jesus’ invitation to “come” encourage you when you feel weary?
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I come to You today with my burdens, pains, stress and sickness. Please Lord exchange my weariness, overwhelmedness, and pain, for Your rest and completely refresh my spirit. In Jesus Name Amen
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