Verse of the Day
Revelation 22:20 (NIV)
“He who testifies to these things says, ‘Yes, I am coming soon.’ Amen. Come, Lord Jesus.”
Devotional Reflection
This verse is among the final words of Scripture. It stands at the very edge of the Bible, like a closing whisper of promise: “Surely I am coming soon.” And the reply comes back, simple and sincere: “Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!”
Before we explain it, it helps just to let those words rest on your heart. Jesus Himself says, “I am coming.” The One who healed, forgave, wept, and rose again is the One who speaks. His return is not an idea or a theory; it is the promise of a Person you already know and love.
For many of us, the word “soon” can feel complicated. Our days are full of waiting already: waiting for test results, for a child to return to the Lord, for a relationship to heal, for strength to come back after loss or illness. In that kind of world, “soon” can feel slow.
Yet Jesus does not say, “I might come” or “I will think about coming.” He anchors your future in His own faithfulness: “Surely I am coming soon.” The certainty rests on who He is, not on how strong you feel today. His timing may feel mysterious, but His intention is clear and unwavering.
Think of the early morning before sunrise. The sky may still be dark, the air still cold, but the light is already on its way. You cannot hurry the dawn, yet you can live as someone who knows it is coming. You make coffee, you open the curtains, you prepare for daylight. The darkness is real, but it is not final.
In the same way, you live your life in the “pre-dawn” of Christ’s return. You still face shadows. You still carry burdens. But the promise of His coming shapes how you move through the darkness. It gives you permission to hope again, even when circumstances do not change overnight.
Notice also the response: “Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!” This is not a sentence of escape or despair. It is the cry of someone who has seen enough of Jesus to long for Him fully. It is the prayer of a heart that trusts His goodness more than it trusts its own understanding of timing.
There may be days when you do not feel ready to say those words. Perhaps you still have children to raise, parents to care for, or dreams that feel unfinished. The Lord understands that tension. He knows your love for the life He has given you and your love for Him. The prayer “Come, Lord Jesus” does not cancel your earthly responsibilities. It simply places them under a greater hope.
To whisper “Come, Lord Jesus” is to say, “I believe You will make all things right, in Your way and in Your time.” It acknowledges that some hurts in your life are deeper than any earthly solution. It admits that there are questions you carry that only His presence will finally quiet.
For a woman who has carried burdens for many years, this promise can be especially tender. Perhaps you have prayed faithfully and still do not see the fruit you long for. Perhaps you have known grief that lingers. The return of Christ means none of that will last forever. It means your tears are seen and your faithfulness is not wasted.
This verse does not ask you to pretend everything is easy. It invites you to set your gaze a little farther than today. Your story does not end with your current season of fatigue, confusion, or waiting. It ends with the Lord Jesus coming, in glory and kindness, to complete what He has begun.
You are allowed to hold both realities at once: “This is hard” and “He is coming.” You are allowed to sit with the ache and still be anchored in hope. When your heart is too tired for many words, sometimes this simple prayer is enough: “Come, Lord Jesus.” It does not have to be dramatic. It can be a quiet, steady turning of your heart toward Him.
As you move through an ordinary day with its chores, conversations, and hidden struggles, remember that every act of faithfulness is lived in the light of this promise. You forgive, you serve, you pray, you keep walking – not because this world will ever be perfect, but because you belong to the One who will return and make all things new.
So today, let this verse rest in your soul like a soft refrain: He has spoken, and He will keep His word. Your waiting is not empty. Your hope is not in vain. Christ is coming, and that promise is strong enough to hold you, even when you feel worn and weak.
Quiet Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You for Your clear and gentle promise: “Surely I am coming soon.” When the days feel long and my heart grows tired of waiting, remind me that my life is held within Your faithful plans. Teach me to hope in Your coming without running from the responsibilities and relationships You have given me today. Help me to whisper honestly, even if quietly, “Come, Lord Jesus,” and to rest in the certainty that You will make all things new. Keep my heart steady in Your promise and my eyes lifted toward You.
Quick Next Step
At some quiet moment today, simply pause and repeat this short prayer three times, slowly and thoughtfully: “Come, Lord Jesus” – letting each word sink in and gently turning your attention back to His promised presence and return.
