John saw God on his throne with a sealed scroll in his right hand. From the rest of Revelation, we know that opening the scroll would bring about all God promised, both judgment and God’s kingdom for his children. A mighty angel asked, “Who is worthy to break the seals and open the scroll?” In fact, it seemed no one was worthy to open the scroll. If no one could open the scroll, God’s salvation plan to restore his kingdom would not come to pass. Therefore, John wept and wept.

Yet there was one worthy—the Lamb who looked as if he had been slain and was standing at the center of the throne. The Lamb took the scroll and when he did so, the heavenly creatures and elders all fell down before him. They sang a song, proclaiming that the Lamb was worthy to take the scroll and open its seals.

The Lamb is Jesus. Jesus was slain and with his blood, purchased people from every language and nation. Jesus bought his people with his blood to serve God and reign on the earth. Jesus alone is worthy to open the scroll. Jesus is worthy to receive honor, glory, power, and praise forever!
Application: Father, thank you for Jesus who was slain and by his blood purchased us. We praise and honor you. Help us to serve you today.
One Word: Jesus, who was slain for us, is worthy!