Clothed and Awake

Revelations 15-18 

”Behold, I come like a thief! Blessed is he who stays awake and keeps his clothes with him, so that he may not go naked and be shamefully exposed.”

Revelation 16:15

Shame is a powerful force in the world. When Adam and Eve rebelled against God they felt shame and wanted to cover themselves. God provided the skins of animals for Adam and Eve. This was the first blood that was shed to atone or cover sin. Jesus shed his blood as a permanent sacrifice for sin. He offers us his righteousness as a robe to cover us. The spirit of Babylon also offers to cover us with the latest clothing and fashions. This world runs after these superficial solutions for shame. Jesus invites us to seek first his righteousness, and all these things - food, clothing, shelter - will be given to us. In the last days many will fall asleep like the five virgins who awoke without oil in their lamps when the Bridegroom returned. Blessed are those who he clothes with his righteousness and fills with his Spirit, who await his return.

Are we waiting and ready?

“Lord Jesus, I am awaiting your return! Fill me with your Spirit and clothe me with your righteousness so I will be awake, for your glory.”