Word
And they sang a new song, saying: “You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because You were slain, and with Your blood you purchased for God persons from every tribe and language and people and nation.
Revelation 5:9
Daily Devotional
In the book of Revelation, the Apostle John has a visionary experience of the throne room in heaven. As he takes in the scene, he realizes that he has entered an incredible worship service, joining thousands of angels and living creatures who are singing about the worthiness of the Lord.
This picture of heaven is not just a future experience, but a present reality of what is happening right now. When we begin our day worshiping the Lord, we are joining this heavenly reality and proclaiming the truth that Jesus is the only One worthy of all praise, honor, glory and power, both now and forever.
Scriptures for Today
As you read today's Scriptures, read slowly and attentively, allowing the Holy Spirit to speak to you as you meditate on His Word.
Revelation 5:9-14
And they sang a new song, saying: “You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because You were slain, and with Your blood you purchased for God persons from every tribe and language and people and nation. You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign on the earth.” Then I looked and heard the voice of many angels, numbering thousands upon thousands, and ten thousand times ten thousand. They encircled the throne and the living creatures and the elders. In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!” Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!” The four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped.
Worship
Is He Worthy? by UPPERROOM
Prayer
Lord, You are worthy to receive all power, wealth, wisdom, strength, honor, glory and praise. I join with heaven today in proclaiming that You are the only worthy One. Thank You for Your blood, which has purchased and paid for me and covers all my sins, past, present and future. I honor You and worship You today!
Listen & Obey
Spend two minutes in silent, listening prayer. Write down what you sense the Holy Spirit speaking to you. Here are some prompts to assist you:
- Lord, what do You want to speak to me from these passages of Scripture as I start my day?
- How do You want me to apply this truth today?
- Who do I need to share this with today?