Word for the day by Christian Education Forum

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Preparing for Prophetic Ministry
Revelation 10:1-11
Alina Thomas 
Phoenix MTC, AZ
9 So I went to the angel and told him to give me the little scroll; and he said to me, “Take it, and eat; it will be bitter to your stomach, but sweet as honey in your mouth.”

A child posed the following question to her mother: “Will God bless me for telling my friend about Him? Her family doesn’t go to church, and she seemed interested when I told her that God helps me.” The mother replied, “We should share the good things God’s done, even when we’re going through struggles.”  

 
    As children of God, we are called to spread the Word to those amongst us. Revelation 10 details John’s vision of an angel with a scroll, and verse 9 emphasizes the resilient power of the Word of God. While the Gospel may be easy to hear and provide solace to a believer’s ears, the powerful nature of these verses can be hard to truly “digest” for believers and non-believers alike. Processing the Words of God entails deep reflection, prayer, and a desire to further a personal journey of faith. The Word is a “double-edged sword,” bittersweet, and a recipient’s interpretation and acceptance of the Gospel are significant. As the “sourness” of the words grows, the “sweetness” blossoms like honey.

 
    Prophetic ministry can often be met with rejection and, moreover, entails preparation to answer complex questions. While the Book of Revelation is viewed as one of the most difficult Books to interpret, the complexity of the Holy Bible exemplifies its beauty and furthers our hunger for the Word. As we share our testimonies - whether in the workplace, school, or community – we inspire others to center God at the core of their lives.

PRAYER

Lord, may Your words bless us and guide us. We thank You for this day and for Your bountiful blessings. We pray that Your light shines past our brokenness and unifies our minds, bodies, and souls. Amen.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:
Identity in the Word of God fosters a foundation to help others seek fulfillment through a journey of faith. 

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