Rev. 1:9-20 – A Leadership Perspective
While John worships God on the island of Patmos, Jesus speaks to him; but when he turns to hear the voice, he “sees” a vision (Rev. 1:12). For the remainder of the book, John describes the vision that drove him to write and encourage others.
Do you know your vision? No I am serious! Knowing your vision will guide your future. It tells people to include those close to you who you are. Vision always drives leaders, epecially when they believe God is its source. Note the qualities of a divine vision:
1. It is not discovered or created, but revealed.
2. It doesn’t compete with others,, but completes others.
3. It is captivating, not optional. I cannot get it out of my mind.
4. Its goal is not to make money, but to meet needs.
5. Its success depends not on staying ahead of others, but on serving others.
6. It stops me before it drives me to act.
7. Its fulfillment doesn’t rest on staying ahead of others, but on simple obedience.
8. Its purpose is not to feed my ego, but to glorify God.
Vs. 10 – “I was in the Spirit” – This was not a dream. John was supernaturally transported out of the material world awake–not sleep–to an experience beyond the normal senses. The Holy Spirit empowered his senses to perceive revelation from God (Acts 10:11).
Believing in what God has promised, the vision, the purpose and the destiny. Walking in the Spirit with an understanding of the vision gives the Holy Spirit power to deliver what is needed to serve. Again, a loud sound or voice indicates the solemnity of what God is about to reveal. I pray for the vision over your life, and the revelation of God’s wisdom, knowledge and understanding. Come God and speak, your servant is listening. Amen
