Halloween is a time when scary things are prevalent – skeletons come to life, ghostly sounds emanate from unlikely places, and people dress in frightening costumes. Much time is spent making light of death.

He laid his right hand on me, saying, “Fear not, I am the first and the last.”

Revelation 1:17

However, there is no comfort in death if you have not the certainty of life eternal with Jesus Christ. He loved beyond any other when He died to take away the sin of the world. He rose again, and it was this glorified Jesus that John saw in his vision. John fell at His feet “as though dead” in awe of His glory (Revelation 1:17). But Christ extended His hand of comfort and gave John the assurance that no one else could give. Jesus was the divine Son of God, “the first and the last.” He is before all things and will be in control at the end of all things, having authority over all. You need not fear.

Apply this glorious truth to every situation in your life, including the effects of the chaotic conditions in government. Intercede for the nation’s leaders…that they may discover the certainty of life with Christ and be guided by Him. Then rest in His presence.

Recommended Reading: Revelation 1:9-18