{"id":2054,"date":"2025-07-08T00:01:41","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T16:01:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovesingapore.org.sg\/?p=2054"},"modified":"2025-07-03T12:55:24","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T04:55:24","slug":"2025-day-8-all-in-for-revelation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovesingapore.org.sg\/en\/2025-day-8-all-in-for-revelation\/","title":{"rendered":"Day 8: All in for Revelation"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Matthew 16:15-18 <\/cite> \u201cBut what about you?\u201d he asked. \u201cWho do you say I am?\u201d Simon Peter answered, \u201cYou are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.\u201d Jesus replied, \u201cBlessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven. And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

These are challenging times we live in, and I sometimes wonder how we, as the people of God, can persevere to accomplish His purposes for us, for such a time as this.<\/p>\n

What Jesus tells Peter in Matthew 16 is insightful.<\/p>\n

In verse 15, Jesus asked his disciples, \u201cWho do you say I am?\u201d<\/p>\n

Matthew 16:15-18:<\/p>\n

\u201cBut what about you?\u201d he asked. \u201cWho do you say I am?\u201d Simon Peter answered, \u201cYou are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.\u201d Jesus replied, \u201cBlessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven. And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.<\/em><\/p>\n

To understand the significance of these verses, the original Greek is helpful. Jesus says to Peter, you are Peter (petros<\/em>, meaning small stone) and on this rock (petra<\/em>, meaning large mass of strong rock or projecting cliff), I will build my church.<\/p>\n

This seems to suggest that Church is not built on Peter but on a much larger and stronger rock, the petra<\/em>. This petra<\/em> is the revelation of who Jesus is: Jesus is the Messiah, Saviour and Lord.<\/p>\n

The gates of Hades cannot overcome this revealed truth that Jesus is Lord. The petra<\/em>, the penetrating and strong rock, will smash the gates of Hades and the purposes of the evil one to pieces.<\/p>\n

We, like Peter \u2013 petros<\/em>, little small stones \u2013 need to be built on the petra<\/em>, the rock of that revelation of who Christ is.<\/p>\n

When there is revelation of who Christ is, there is a deeper awareness of the presence of God. Christ with us gives us the courage and strength we need.<\/p>\n

When there is revelation from Christ, there is purity as we see how much we need the Spirit of God to cleanse and purify us to be His people, set apart for him.<\/p>\n

When there is revelation from Christ, we grasp the purposes of God more clearly. Our concern is no longer the agenda of men but the assignment from God.<\/p>\n

When Christ is revealed, there is power from God. We lean not on our strength but tap into that resurrection power of God to persevere, knowing our labour for the Lord is not in vain.<\/p>\n

We, like Peter \u2013 petros<\/em>, little small stones \u2013 need to be built on the petra<\/em>, the rock of that revelation of who Christ is.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Today, we don\u2019t need just more information, more facts, or analysis. We desperately need the revelation of who Christ is and what that means for the situations we face. That will be the petra<\/em> on which the Church is built, so that we may be strong.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s ask God to lead us to the Rock that is higher than us (Psalm 61:2).<\/p>\n

In response, let us:<\/span><\/h2>\n

Humbly seek a fresh revelation of who Jesus is \u2013 <\/span><\/strong>Revelation is a gift, not an entitlement. Jesus tells Peter that the revelation that he is the Messiah was given by God. Let us humble ourselves and earnestly seek God every day for His revelation through the power of His Word.<\/p>\n

Reverently obey \u2013 <\/span><\/strong>The power of revelation is realised through obedience. If God reveals, then let us obey. Is it to take courageous and holy action? Is it a call to surrender? Is it to forgive and restore? Let\u2019s obey as the Lord reveals.<\/p>\n

Passionately bless \u2013 <\/span><\/strong>God\u2019s ultimate revelation of Christ is the cross. And that is His blessing of sacrificial love. Love poured out for us so that we may bless others with such love. Let God\u2019s revelation always lead us to loving God and loving our neighbour.<\/p>\n

Jesus comes to you and me and asks, \u201cWho do you say I am?\u201d<\/p>\n

May we pursue a fresh revelation of who Christ is and what that means for us in every season so that we may be His courageous, faithful and passionate servants.<\/p>\n

Let us pray.<\/p>\n

Lord Jesus, We need You. As we seek You, may we find You. As we find you, may we be transformed by You. Renew us with a fresh revelation of who You are, and what that means for us, our family, our community and ministry. Give us Your grace to trust and obey. Be glorified, Lord, as You reveal Yourself to us for we only desire to be Your good and faithful servants. In Jesus\u2019 name, Amen.<\/em><\/p>\n

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