Revelation 7 offers a breathtaking glimpse into heaven, where a multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language stands before the throne of God and the Lamb, worshiping with joy and reverence. Our daily devotional is a scene of unity, salvation, and hope—a promise of eternal life for those redeemed by the blood of Jesus. As you read this chapter, consider: will you be among that great multitude? Have you made the decision to follow Christ, allowing Him to clothe you in the white robe of righteousness? The invitation is open, and the Lamb—Jesus—stands ready to offer salvation to all who come to Him. Take time to reflect, pray, and seek assurance that you will one day join in this heavenly worship. Discover what happened when the seals of the scrolls were broken, read the daily devotional on Revelation 6.
Revelation 7 Commentary by Allen J. Huth
Revelation 7 describes a multitude in heaven worshipping around the throne of God. Will you be there? Do you know for sure? Please read or listen to Revelation 7.
What Is the Seal of God in their Foreheads?
In 1995, after reading Revelation 7 (NASB), I wrote, “‘Do not harm the earth or the sea until we have sealed the bond-servants of our God on their foreheads’ (v. 3).” I continued, “144,000 Jews are sealed. The great multitude around the throne are those saved in tribulation, referring to verse 14. God is on the throne. Jesus is the Lamb of God.”
How Are Angels Described in Revelation?
Thirteen years later, in 2008, I wrote, “Angels are real. They carry out the plans of God. God seals the believers and throngs will be saved. Salvation comes from God and the Lamb, Jesus. Angels worship God too. There’s a special place for those saved in the great tribulation. The blood of the Lamb washes their robes white. They may be Jews. Physical and emotional will fall away. Only the spiritual remains.”
Who Are the 144,000 Jews in Revelation?
Five years later, in 2013, I wrote, “Wyoming might enjoy a time when no wind might blow on the earth, referring to verse 1. Who are the 144,000? Probably Jews. In addition to them, there’s ‘a great multitude that no one could number from every nation . . . and peoples and languages standing before the throne’ (v. 9). So, there are not just 144,000 in heaven or just Jews. Multitudes cry, ‘Salvation belongs to our God . . . and to the Lamb!’ (v. 10).” I finished with, “Heaven is about God and His throne, the Lamb, Jesus, the blood of the Lamb and salvation, worship, impending judgments of earth and its inhabitants.”
Is There Always Wind on Earth?
Working on chapter 7 was kind of funny because before I read it, I went for a walk and it was very windy. Then I start with verse 1, “that no wind might blow on earth”. As far as I can tell, that has not happened yet!
I referred in one of my journals, to the fact that angels are the ones who carry out the instructions of God. Remember, in previous chapters, Jesus is the one opening the seals. Here in chapter 7, angels are carrying out the instructions.
What Is the Meaning of Revelation 7:9?
Are the 144,000 Jews? I referred to that several times in my journals, but my English Standard Version Bible footnote says there is various interpretations of what this really means, so I am not going to focus on who the 144,000 are as we discuss the rest of chapter 7. More important is verse 9, “After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb”. I hope and pray I am numbered among the great multitude at that day. I hope you are too.
Where in the Bible Does It Say Salvation Belongs to Our God?
We will be crying out, “Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!” (v. 10). Remember, the Lamb was introduced in 5:6, when John said, “And between the throne and the four living creatures and among the elders I saw a Lamb standing, as though it has been slain”. That Lamb, that Jesus, was the one worthy to take the scroll from the heavenly Father and open the seals. That Lamb is the entry into heaven. That Lamb is Jesus. That Lamb is referred to in verse 14, “They have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.”
What Bible Verse Talks about Angels Around the Throne?
As we gaze into the throne room of God, we see, “And all the angels were standing around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures, and they fell on their faces before the throne and worshiped God, saying, ‘Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God forever and ever! Amen’” (vs. 11-12).
What Happens After the Tribulation?
The day will come when we stand around the throne and worship God. But verses 13-14 say, “Then one of the elders addressed me, saying, ‘Who are these, clothed in white robes, and from where have they come?’ I said to him, ‘Sir, you know.’ And he said to me, ‘These are the ones coming out of the great tribulation. They have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.’”
My English Standard Version footnote argues whether the great tribulation is the end times tribulation or just the tribulation of the church age, we do not know. It really does not matter. What matters is whether you will be wearing a white robe dipped in the blood of the Lamb.
What Is the Meaning of Glimpse of Heaven?
The chapter finishes with a glimpse of what heaven will be like:
Therefore they are before the throne of God,
and serve him day and night in his temple;
and he who sits on the throne will shelter them with his presence.
They shall hunger no more, neither thirst anymore;
the sun shall not strike them,
nor any scorching heat.
For the Lamb in the midst of the throne will be their shepherd,
and he will guide them to springs of living water,
and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes (vs. 15-17).
You want to be there. You want to be among the throngs standing around the throne of God in heaven someday. How are you going to get there? Is it going to be on your good works? No. It is going to be if you are washed in the blood of the Lamb and you are wearing one of those white robes.
Everyone is not going to be in that throng. Everyone is not going to be in heaven. What about you? Do you know beyond a shadow of a doubt you are going to be among the throng worshiping God around a throne? If not, pray today, pray right now, confess your sins to the Lord Jesus, allow Him to give you the greatest gift in the world, forgiveness. Give your heart over to Him and let Him clothe you with one of those white robes of righteousness that only He can do. Pray that prayer, even right now.
And if you do, let us know. Contact us at ezraproject.net. Let us know you gave your heart to Jesus, so we can pray for you and offer you some assistance. You are now wearing a white robe of righteousness, dipped in His blood!
Prayer
Father, we do thank You for all of us that have an assurance of being among the throng around Your heavenly throne someday. Thank You that You have given us a white robe of righteousness dipped in Your blood. But for those who do not know right now, we pray they would say a prayer, give their hearts over to You, accept the forgiveness of Jesus, and be clothed with one of those white robes in Jesus’ grace, love, and mercy. We pray in thanks, Revelation 7 reminds us of how to get to heaven, and we want to be there with You. Amen
