Revelation 19:11-21

Distinct from the religions of the world (Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism), Christianity rests on the identity of a person … Jesus. So, the question 'Who is Jesus?' is all important in the Christian faith. Many folks would allow that He was a good teacher (maybe the best ever) … a sterling moral example … a great man. These statements are all true, but Jesus was infinitely more than these descriptions suggest, and we do not do Him justice unless we see Him in all His divine grandeur and regal splendor.

Christ is humble and loving and compassionate and patient, but He is also holy and just and strong and glorious. In a word, He is a judge, the Judge. Revelation 19 displays Jesus in all His majesty as He comes to establish His kingdom and display Himself as the King of Kings. He rides on the white horse of victory. He bears the sword of judgment, which is His word. He comes to establish His rule and to bring justice to the world. All those who stand against Him are destroyed and their destruction is complete and final.

Let us live our lives with confidence and hope and joy because the One whose name we bear is the Ruler of the universe … and Judge of all the nations. His justice will one day be meted out. His peace one day will rule on the earth. He is the King of kings and He is our champion. So, let us bow before Him with humility and thanksgiving and awe and hope. We have no reason to fear … and every reason to rejoice.