Daily Bible Reading — Sustained by God’s Word of JoySample

December 31
Introduction
John’s vision is a reminder that Jesus will come again and bless those who are faithful. They will eat the fruit from the tree of life and enter the holy city. The faithful are to continue doing good and being holy.
Today’s Scripture: Revelation 22:12
“Listen!” says Jesus. “I am coming soon! I will bring my rewards with me, to give to each one according to what he has done.”
Today’s Reading
Revelation 22:1-21
Reflect
John’s vision of the new creation includes a river of life-giving water and the tree of life (verses 1, 2, 14). The tree of life first appeared at the time of creation and the beginning of human history (Genesis 3:22). What is the significance of the tree of life in the midst of the new Jerusalem? Jesus’s final words are, “Yes indeed! I am coming soon!” (verse 20). These words are also spoken in verses 7 and 12 and in Revelation 3:11. What does Jesus’s promise mean to you and how does it affect the way you live your life now?
Pray
Come, Lord Jesus! Lead me in your ways and prepare me to receive you in love. Lord of life, fill me with the faith and hope that brings true joy. Come, Lord Jesus! Amen.
Prayer Concern
Peace and harmony throughout the world
Congratulations on completing this reading plan! You may continue your journey with Daily Bible Reading by starting the plan: “God’s Life-Giving Word of Discipleship.” Tomorrow’s Reading will be Romans 1:1-17: The apostle Paul proclaims the Good News.
Scripture
About this Plan

Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, a prayer and prayer concern to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme “Sustained by God’s Word of Joy.”
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