Exiled

We’ve been reading through the book of Revelations in our morning prayer time and it’s been particularly meaningful. Understand that John was writing the book while in exile on the Island of Patmos, which is off the coast of Turkey. It was there that God “revealed” Himself and His plans to John. I thought of so many who were “in exile” or put out of some circle because of their faith. Maybe you don’t feel like you fit into the various circles in our lives: co-workers, family, or friends because of your heart for Jesus and desire to live for Him. That can happen and it’s not of our doing but just because the life of Jesus in us can effect how we are seen. John didn’t just see his situation but he saw Jesus. The pages of Revelations tell how he worshipped God there and his God met him there. My prayer for you is that if you are feeling “put out” of some circles of people that you will choose to worship God and that He will reveal Himself to you there. The great thing is that God promised that everyone who reads the book of Revelations would be blessed. I know that’s coming true in my life.