God's Holy Fire: 'Come, Lord Jesus!'

Tuesday, December 29, 2026

The Spirit and the bride say, "Come!" And let the one who hears say, "Come!" Let the one who is thirsty come; and let the one who wishes take the free gift of the water of life.
— Revelation 22:17 NIV

Key Thought

In the moving conclusion to the book of Revelation, we are reminded that the Holy Spirit lends his voice to the voices of Jesus' bride (the church). Together, they cry out, "Come!" They are calling for Jesus to return in triumph and power. Those longing to have mortal life swept up into everlasting life also cry out for the Lord to return. The thirsty will have their thirst slaked. What we have experienced as a blessing of the Holy Spirit in our walk here on earth will now be realized in an ultimate way - we will be able to drink deeply of the water of life.

Today's Prayer

Abba Father, thank you for the gift of your Holy Spirit who continues to be a source of refreshment and blessing as your water of life within me. As I look forward to the return of Jesus, I know this blessing will be mine in a full and comprehensive way. I anticipate this glory and grace and thank you for the foretaste you have given me through the Holy Spirit. I thank you, in Jesus' name. Come, Lord Jesus. Amen.

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

6 Related Resources by Heartlight

Spurgeon AM Devo for Jun. 13th
Devo: Morning & Evening
"Jesus says, "take freely." He wants no payment or preparation. He seeks no recommendation from our virtuous emotions. If you have no good feelings, if..."
The Free Gift
Devo: God's Holy Fire
"The Spirit and the bride say, "Come!" And let the one who hears say, "Come!" Let the one who is thirsty come; and let the one who wishes take the free gift of....."
In The Resurrection Business
Article by Larry Zinck
How do you spend your time? Jesus left us here to help others find life and know that resurrection is coming: we are in the resurrection business.
I AM Coming Soon
Devo: A Year with Jesus
"Dear Beloved Disciple, Today, we finish our journey through the New Testament that we began a year ago. If you have been with us throughout the year,..."
See All 6 Related Resources about Revelation 22:17

Illustration

Illustration of Revelation 22:17 NIV — The Spirit and the bride say, "Come!" And let the one who hears say, "Come!" Let the one who is thirsty come; and let the one who wishes take the free gift of the water of life.

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Tuesday, December 29, 2026

What Jesus Did!
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
'Not Everyone Is Clean' (Jn. 13:10-11)
"Jesus replied [after his interchange with Peter about washing Peter's feet], "A person who has bathed all over does not need to wash, except for the....."
Daily Wisdom
A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
James 4:13-15
"Now listen, you who say, "Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money." Why, you do not even know..."
Unstoppable!
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
'Historical Intersection with Gallio'
"But when Gallio became governor of Achaia, some Jews rose up together against Paul and brought him before the governor for judgment. They accused..."
Quotemeal
A daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.
Quote by Catherine of Genoa:
"I clearly recognize that all good is in God alone, and that in me, without Divine Grace, there is nothing but deficiency... The one sole thing in myself in..."

About This Devotional

God's Holy Fire is a daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

The Thoughts and Prayer for God's Holy Fire are written by Phil Ware.

Scripture quotations marked (NIV) are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.
Scripture quotations marked MESSAGE are taken from THE MESSAGE, copyright © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002 by Eugene H. Peterson. Used by permission of NavPress. All rights reserved. Represented by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.

More God's Holy Fire

Translations