How can Revelation 10:11 inspire us to speak boldly about our faith? Setting the Scene “Then I was told, ‘You must prophesy again about many peoples and nations and tongues and kings.’” (Revelation 10:11) John, after tasting the “little scroll,” is ordered to speak—again. The command is clear, direct, and universal in scope. That same call pulses through every believer’s veins today. Why This Verse Fuels Bold Speech • It is a divine mandate, not a polite suggestion. • The scope—“many peoples…nations…tongues…kings”—reminds us the gospel is for everyone, everywhere, in every station. • John’s obedience models that revelation received is revelation shared. Linked Passages That Reinforce Our Call • Matthew 28:19-20—“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations…” • Acts 4:29-31—believers pray for boldness and are “all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly.” • Romans 1:16—“I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.” • 2 Timothy 1:7-8—God gives “power, love, and self-control,” therefore “do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord.” • Jeremiah 1:7—God tells a hesitant prophet, “To all to whom I send you, you shall go, and whatever I command you, you shall speak.” Five Solid Reasons We Can Speak Boldly 1. God’s authority backs us (Revelation 10:11; Matthew 28:18). 2. The Holy Spirit empowers our words (Acts 1:8). 3. The message itself is God’s power unto salvation (Romans 1:16). 4. Christ promises His presence “to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:20). 5. Eternal destinies are at stake; silence is not loving. Practical Steps to Live Out Revelation 10:11 • Stay in the Word—like John, “eat” the scroll daily; Scripture fuels conviction. • Pray for courage—Acts 4 shows boldness is granted when asked. • Start local—family, friends, coworkers are your “peoples and nations” today. • Share personally—testify to what Christ has done in you; authenticity disarms resistance. • Use every platform—conversations, social media, hospitality, service projects. • Accept opposition—Revelation assumes kings and nations may resist, yet the prophet still speaks. Scriptural Portraits of Courageous Witnesses • Peter and John refusing silence before the Sanhedrin (Acts 4:18-20). • Stephen proclaiming Christ even while stones flew (Acts 7). • Paul in chains still evangelizing guards and rulers (Philippians 1:12-14; Acts 26). • The two witnesses of Revelation 11 fearlessly prophesying despite fierce hostility. Taking the Scroll to Our World Revelation 10:11 shatters excuses. If John, exiled and aged, was summoned to speak again, so are we—right where God has placed us. Receive the Word, rely on the Spirit, and step out. The same Lord who commanded John sends us, and His message is too good, too urgent, and too powerful to keep to ourselves. |
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