This week I have been reading portions of the Book of Revelation. As you well know, there is a common theme which is found in many different chapters: "Christ is victorious!" Christ is triumphant!
In Revelation 19:4 we read, "Then the 24 elders and the four living creatures fell down and worshiped God, who is seated on the Throne, saying, 'Amen! Hallelujah!'"
In chapter 19 of Revelation, the heavenly multitude responded to God's judgment with enthusiasm and praise! Jesus, the suffering servant of the Gospels, became the righteous Judge! (When Jesus returns, He will complete the work He began. He will gather His people and destroy Satan!)
Triumph is a precious thing. We honor the triumphant! The gallant soldier sitting proudly on his stallion. The determined explorer returning from his discovery. The winning athlete holding proudly his gold medals and/or trophy!
But here is the thing we must realize, "Triumph is a fleeting thing." Hardly does one taste victory before it is gone! No one remains a champion forever! Perhaps this is why Paul proclaimed, "But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession..." (2 Cor. 2:14)
Here is the BIG difference between victory in Christ and victory in the world:
A victor in Christ - a believer - rejoices over who he is - a child of God!
Nothing can separate us from triumph in Christ! Nothing! Our triumph is not based upon our feelings, but upon God's gift. Our triumph is not based upon our perfection, but upon God's forgiveness. How precious is this triumph!
For even though we are pressed on every side, the victory is still ours! Nothing can altar the loyalty of God! Triumphant in Christ - it is not something we do-it is who we are!
Therefore, no matter what you are facing in this life. No matter what happened to you yesterday; no matter what this day holds for you; no matter what happens tomorrow - look to Christ with joy! He has conquered sin, defeated Satan, and will one day take us home to be with Him!
Let's rejoice today because of "who we are - children of the Most High!
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