This is one of the great moments in the entire Bible. In Revelation, Jesus, seated on the heavenly throne in authority over the universe says, "Behold, I make all things new(!)"

Now, notice a point on grammar. The first word, 'behold,' is actually a sentence unto itself – an imperative, the subject being you (understood). The next words, 'I make all things new,' represent another sentence. This time the subject is I, referring to Jesus.

So, did you catch that? Two sentences, two subjects. Jesus is the one who makes all things new. And we... what are we supposed to do? Behold. The Greek word is horaó, which means to see, look upon, experience, perceive.

Jesus acts, we behold. A powerful reminder that sometimes – faced with the cosmic power of God – our main job is stand back, in awe and reverence, and look.

Stop, look, behold what God has done. Behold what God is doing!

Of course, it's a balancing act. God also asks us to do things. In this very passage, John is told to "write, for these words are true and faithful." We know that God calls us to do His work in the world. Sometimes it's a clear call to action; other times it's a gentle nudge.

Still, we should remember that God is ultimately in charge. The one seated on the throne – Jesus Christ – is the one who changes lives, changes the world, and establishes the Kingdom. He makes all things new.

As we begin the Fall season, I am praying for eyes to see God's power at work. I pray for the faith to rely on His plan. I pray for the courage and strength to join in that plan. And in all things, I pray that we will stop, look, and behold.

God bless you!

Fr. Matthew