Even within the true congregation, there has been lukewarm individuals who are like a drink that is neither stimulatingly hot nor refreshingly cold. But Jesus still warmly loves his congregation. He makes himself available to Christians who respond hospitably, and many have welcomed him, as though to an evening meal. As a result, from 1919 onward their eyes have been opened to the meaning of Bible prophecies. They have enjoyed a period of great enlightenment. - PSALM 97:11;2 PETER 1:19.
In addressing the Laodiceans, Jesus may also have had another evening meal in mind. Later in Revelation, we read: "Happy are those invited to the evening meal of the Lamb's marriage." This is the majestic victory banquet in praise of Jehovah after he has executed judgment on false religion-a banquet shared by Christ and his completed bride of 144,000 in heaven. (Revelation 19:1-9) Responsive members of that ancient Laodicean congregation-yes, and faithful brothers of Jesus Christ today, who wear clean garments of identification as genuine anointed Christians- will all feast with their bridegroom at that evening meal. (Matthew 22:2-13) What a powerful inducement to be zealous and repent!
Next time: Chapter Thirteen/Buy Gold Refined by Fire - A Throne for the Conquerors
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