“Come again?” There’s a phrase that’s usually accompanied by a look of bewilderment. It’s slang. It’s a way of saying “I’m sorry, but could you repeat what you just said.” Either they didn’t hear correctly or what they heard doesn’t seem to make any sense.” It's a phrase the disciples could have used on one occasion ... but for two very distinct reasons. And when you and I are baffled about things going on our lives, it's one we can say with hope and confidence.

Today, it’s hard to imagine passing through a grocery store without seeing a whole aisle set aside for the endless varieties of “fresh spring water.” So, the image that Jesus uses here in Revelation is not that difficult to imagine. The fact that Jesus invites us to drink "without cost" from the spring of the water of life should raise a few eyebrows. However, it’s the nature of this gift that should have us licking our lips.

Our Savior’s description of the the Good Shepherd is more than a sentimental image. Our Savior’s rescue, and His strong grip, with which He holds you, is real. There's tremendous comfort in hearing that nothing can snatch us from it.

When you hear how the leaders in Jerusalem grilled Jesus you would think that our Savior was trying to be hide who is was. But that wasn’t the case at all. However, as a result of the salvation that you and I now have in Him, there is a day approaching in which there will be a wonderful "big reveal."

It’s tempting to feel insignificant and overlooked in a world which takes little notice of Christians. So, living in a culture that grows ever more hostile to Christ, it's shocking to hear the announcement was made to John in this passage. And it’s one that applies to you as well. Jesus Himself tells us that we’re a kingdom! And you and I have been made priests to serve our loving God!