In judaism today, it plays a role in the feast known as yom kippur, or day of atonement. Whats the difference between the book of life and the. Maintain short accounts with him by confessing your sins to him. Can your name be blotted out of the lambs book of life. Never does scripture say that god erases a believers name from the lambs book of lifethere is never even a warning that he is contemplating it. Rather, it will be my name written in the lambs book of life. Nothing impure shall enter heaven, only those who have their.
The father, son and holy ghost knows every name in this book. Better, and there shall never enter into her anything unclean, and he that worketh abomination and falsehood, but only or, except they that have been written in the book of life of the lamb. I also thank you that my sins of the past, present, and future were nailed to the cross with jesus. Not everyone has his or her name written in the lamb s book of life. Dec 10, 2018 heavenly father, i thank you that as a christian that you have written my name in the lambs book of life before the foundation of the earth and i can be forever assured of that. The book of life sermon by shane williams, revelation 22. First, we need to know the awesome truth about this book. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive our sins, and purify us from all unrighteousness. If a person committed crimes, or otherwise defiled his standing in the city, he could be called before a tribunal and his name removed from the city registry, literally blotted out. Cities in john s day had a city register which listed the names of every citizen. Not everyone has his or her name written in the lambs book of life. In christianity and judaism, the book of life hebrew.
Feb 04, 2008 there s a difference between the book of life and the lamb s book of life. It has to appear in the lambs book of life and that is the names of all the believers in jesus christ for their salvation. And the bible shows that our loving god has a plan that involves giving everyone a full chance to repent and be saved 2 peter 3. Jesus christ knows each name in the book of life, a book of. If our salvation depended on how good we were, then you would be right. The lambs book of life not everyone has his or her name written in the lambs book of life. Another book, the lambs book of life contains the name of every individual who is born. The book of life is also known as the lambs book of life, which we see specifically mentioned in these verses. Heavenly father, i thank you that as a christian that you have written my name in the lambs book of life before the foundation of the earth and i can be forever assured of that. It is not just a cold list of names, though, for the book of life shows us that jehovah is a loving god who knows those.
We can have confidence that our lord will never reject us and that even before we were born he knew us as his own. And the dead were judged according to their works, by the things which were written in the books. It would be prideful and conceited for someone to say they are among those whose names are written in the lambs book of life revelation 21. On most occasions where the lambs book of life is mentioned it refers to the register of those who have been chosen for salvation from eternity past. One s name is not written in at birth, nor does he or she have it written in by the sovereign choice of god. If you want your name in the book of life, you must stop trying to work your way to life. They would be saying they were better than other peopleso good, in fact, that god would have to let them into heaven. And they were judged, each one according to his works. You become a citizen of heaven when your name is recorded. May 18, 2007 in revelation it talks about the lamb s book of life that will be opened on the day of judgement. Imagine, if you have trusted in christ for the forgiveness of your sin then your name has been written in the book of life since the foundation of the world. Find out what the bible says about this book and why your name should be in it.
A book of life motif is frequently found in jewish houses of worship. Is there a difference between the book of life and the lambs book of life. Is it possible for a persons name to be erased from the. How can you know that your name has been written in the lambs book of life. Many years ago there was a very small country church that just had a sanctuary and one small class room. In other words, the book of life is the names of the redeemedthose who will live with god forever in heaven. Anyone who does not have their name written in the lambs book of life will worship the beast the antichrist in the end days. Allowing names to be recorded and blotted out in one book but never recorded in the second book when gods eternal election applies equally to both. The gates stand open always, but no evil thing may find a home there. Your name in this book places you in the royal family.
In his presence, a scroll of remembrance was written to record the names. The concept of the book of life seems to less be like this. And another book was opened, which is the book of life. Some synagogues have raised money by inscribing congregation members names in a book of life as a tribute to their financial generosity. On another note, i have been witnessing to an 83 year old man, who has grade four bladder cancer.
Jan 02, 2020 in fact, i will erase your name from the book of life. It is very simple to have your name recorded in the book of life. The bible says believers names are written in the book of life. This would imply the lambs book of life and the book of life are two names for the same thing. How can anyone say for sure that his or her name is.
James smith, new park street church, london, 1849 the lord jesus christ is often represented in sacred scripture by the figure of a lamb, either to set forth the mildness, patience, and loveliness of his nature. Every human created is recorded in the book of life only those washed in the blood of the lord jesus is written in the lamb s book which cannot be erased because it is sealed with his blood. In revelation it talks about the lambs book of life that will be opened on the day of judgement. All who dwell on the earth will worship him, whose names have not been written in the book of life of the lamb slain from the foundation of the world revelation. Your name must be written in the lambs book of life for the following reasons. More insights from your bible study get started with logos bible. Lambs book of life bible verses in the king james version kjv about. They further argue that god, who knows the future, would never list a name in the book of life in the first place if it would have to be blotted out later. The book of life contains the names of those who have been spiritually converted and who have dedicated their lives to the service of god. When your name has been recorded in the lamb book of life. Ones name is not written in at birth, nor does he or she have it written in by the sovereign choice of god. Dec 15, 2018 imagine, if you have trusted in christ for the forgiveness of your sin then your name has been written in the book of life since the foundation of the world.
If the only alternative to having my name in the book of life is an eternity in hell, how can i make sure my name has been recorded in the book of life a. Thank you, jesus, for dying for our sins so that our names are recorded for life in jerusalem. Book of life and lambs book of life as the same book, we should shift our. The second book, the lambs book of life, contains one thing only. There is also the notion of books of judgment in which are recorded mens deeds. Those whose names are written in the book of life are those who receive salvation. What is greater than having your name in the book of life. Every human created is recorded in the book of life only those washed in the blood of the lord jesus is written in the lambs book which cannot be erased because it is sealed with his blood for further assurance of security, hebrew 10. If it is true that your name is written in the lambs book of life, when you hear the gospel, you will believe in jesus christ. To get your name written in the book of life or the lamb s book of life, you have to be a bornagain believer who overcomes revelation 3. Nov 07, 2014 how can you know that your name has been written in the lambs book of life. If it is not true of you, you will never bow your knees before god and confess his name. If your name is recorded, it is a cause for rejoicing.
But you have come to mount zion and to the city of the living god, the heavenly jerusalem, and to myriads of angels. According to scripture, your name is written in this book of life when you accept jesus as your savior. No true believer should doubt his eternal security in christ john 10. And no unclean thing shall ever enter it, nor any one who is guilty of base conduct or tells lies, but only they whose names stand recorded in the lamb s book of life. And i will never blot out his name from the book of life, but i will confess his name before my father and his angels. The one who conquers will be clothed thus in white garments, and i will never blot his name out of the book of life. There is only one way to know your name is written in the lambs book of life. This verse is usually involved in the debate concerning.
A persons name is written in the lambs book of life only because he or she chooses to ask god to place it there. Basically, the book of life records who will receive gods gift of eternal life. Only those names written in the book of life will make it to heaven. Is it possible for a persons name to be erased from the book of life. Cities in johns day had a city register which listed the names of every citizen. The beast worshipers are said to have never had their names written in the book of life not the lambs book of life in revelation rev. The lamb s book of life also called the book of life is a record containing the names of all those who have been spiritually reborn redeemed. Since the book of life is that which records all who have eternal life through the lamb, its clear that the book of life and the lambs book of life are one and the same. Jesus said that abraham, isaac, jacob and the prophets will be in the kingdom of god, so their names are certainly in the book of life. To have ones name written in this book means that one is considered righteous before god and will inherit eternal life provided he or she remains faithful to. This is the only way that your name can never be removed from the book of life. How to know your name is written in the lambs book of life quora. It belongs to jesus christ and is called the lambs book of life revelation 21.
Water of life christianity shemot book of exodus 32. Jul 18, 2019 the book of life is also known as the lambs book of life, which we see specifically mentioned in these verses. The lambs book of life also called the book of life is a record containing the names of all those who have been spiritually reborn redeemed. You will call upon the name of the lord and be saved. The ten days between rosh hashanah and yom kippur are days of repentance, when jews express remorse for their sins through prayer and fasting. The book is mentioned in several places in the new. If youre name isnt in the book, you cant get into heaven. And if any ones name was not found recorded in the book of life he was thrown into the lake of fire. This means that they have accepted jesus as their savior, made him lord of their life, and will live with god in heaven throughout eternity.
There will in no way enter into it anything profane, or one who causes an abomination or a lie, but only those who are written in the lamb s book of life. Jesus christ knows each name in the book of life, a book. How do i get my name written in the lambs book of life. Nor can you name be blotted out from the book of life. It is not temporal or earthly blessings that are in view, but participation in the eternal kingdom of god as recipients of eternal life. To have ones name written in the book of life implied the privilege of. The book of life also called the lambs book of life is a record containing the names of. How can anyone say for sure that his or her name is written. And if anyones name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown. The book of life also called the lambs book of life is a record containing. If you dont have your name in the book of life, you will ultimately be thrown in the lake of fire and that is true both when it comes to the book of life as well as the lambs book of life.
And if anyone was found whose name was not written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire. Can a persons name be removed from lambs book of life. A persons name is written in the lambs book of life only because he. The saints who have had their names written in the lambs book of life, those who are truly saved, are delivered from his wrath to come. Tagged book of life, christ reads your name, eternity, heaven, luke 10. Most interesting are the verses about names not found in the book of life, revelation. The sea gave up the dead who were in it, and death and hades delivered up the dead who were in them. Once your name is written in the book of life, it is never erased revelation 3. And i saw the dead, small and great, stand before god.
Jun 28, 2011 those whose names are written in the book of life are those who receive salvation. There is only one book of life, and names can be removed. How to know your name is written in the lambs book of. Feb 16, 2012 since the book of life is that which records all who have eternal life through the lamb, it s clear that the book of life and the lamb s book of life are one and the same. Allowing names to be recorded and blotted out in one book but never. Having established that the names of the redeemed appear to have been recorded in the book at the time of their election eph.
The great white throne judgment described in revelation 20. This verse carries the suggestion of a believer being erased from the book of life, but that suggestion is unintentional. Bible verses about lambs book of life king james bible. Jan 02, 2020 once your name is written in the book of life, it is never erased revelation 3. Names blotted out commentary a testimony of jesus christ. And if anyones name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into. Nevertheless do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice that your names are recorded in heaven. The book of life also called the lambs book of life is a record containing the names of those who have overcome sin through accepting jesus as christ having a spiritual rebirth. For heat there was a coal stove in the basement, and there was an outhouse located along a hedgerow at the edge of the churches property. But now, if you will forgive their sinbut if not, please blot me out of your book. Your life recorded on the judgment day, we will be required to give an account of what he has recorded romans 14.
Jewish tradition tells how god opens the book of life and studies the words, actions, and thoughts of. Like other servants of god, moses understood that his name was already written in the book of life exodus 32. Is there a difference between the book of life and the lambs book of. Is it possible for a persons name to be erased from the book. Lambs book of life sermon by robert sickler, philippians. Lets begin with an understanding of what the lambs book of life is. If it is true that your name is written in the lambs book of life, when you. To get your name written in the book of life or the lambs book of life, you have to be. Your decrees so inscrutable, your grace so abundant. Mar 08, 2008 maintain short accounts with him by confessing your sins to him.