“And one of the elders said to me, ‘Weep no more; behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has conquered, so that he can open the scroll and its seven seals.’” – Revelation 5:5
King Jesus once again enters the vision of Revelation. Here, the ultimate reality of who He is is expressed in terms of ancient promises from God the Father. Jesus fulfills them all! Jesus is the Lion of Judah, the ruling king descended from Judah that was prophesied by Jacob on his deathbed in Genesis 49. Jesus is the eternal king descended from King David promised in Isaiah 11. All God’s promises are yes and amen in Jesus!
Jesus has conquered sin, death, and the devil, living a perfect life free of all sin despite every temptation. He voluntarily died and on the third day, physically rose from the dead before later ascending to Heaven. He alone is worthy to break open the scroll with its seals to begin God’s final judgment on this fallen world and usher in its renewal. Jesus is worthy and because He is, God’s plan will be fulfilled in His perfect timing.
As the celebration of the birth of Jesus draws near, remember that He didn’t stay a tiny baby in a manger. Today, He is the king over all things. Jesus, the Lion of Judah, the Lamb of God rules and reigns from Heaven. Rejoice and celebrate in His victory. Eagerly anticipate His glorious return and the Second Advent. #FollowJesus