Revelation 7:12
Saying, Amen: Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen.
REVELATION 7:12
This doxology—blessing, glory, wisdom, thanksgiving, honor, power, and might—belonging to God forever and ever—functions as a liturgical summation of the preceding visions. It is a universal benediction, a communal blessing that God’s people join in, acknowledging God’s supremacy and eternal rule. The phrase “for ever and ever” emphasizes eternal sovereignty. The doxology is a template for worship in heaven and on earth, inviting believers to align their affections with God’s eternal glory.
The verse encapsulates sevenfold praise—each attribute highlights essential aspects of who God is and what he does: blessing (well-being), glory (weight and majesty), wisdom (perfect knowledge and plan), thanksgiving (gratitude for grace), honor (worthy of praise), power (ability to effect what he desires), and might (strength to accomplish it). The doxology points to the fullness of God’s character and his eternal governance. It invites believers to pattern their worship and hope after God’s eternal nature.
- Cultivate gratitude and awe: Regularly thank and worship God for his attributes.
- Emulate God’s glory in action: Live in ways that reflect God’s wisdom, power, and honor in daily decisions.
- Practice continual praise: Foster ongoing worship through songs, prayers, and acts of service.
Cross-References: Psalm 29:11; Romans 11:36; Jude 1:24-25; Isaiah 46:9-10; Colossians 1:15-20