The Blessings for the Church

In February 1861, Abraham Lincoln’s said farewell to the town where he lived, Springfield, Illinois, as he was about to become the President of the US. His speech was filled with emotion, gratitude, and a desire for his people’s blessing as he faced the unknown. In a similar, but much more profound way, Jesus gave a final message to his church in a vision to the Apostle John, which John wrote down called the Revelation of Jesus Christ. Jesus’ words are weighty and filled with blessing, not only for the ancient churches, but for every church—including yours—across time. It begins with Revelation 1:1-8, which celebrates these blessings—where they come from, who receives them, what they’re like, and how we can open our lives to receive all Christ has for us.