1. Who is worthy to open the scroll? (1-8)

A sealed scroll was in God's right hand. If John were to see 'what must take place' 4:1) the scroll must be opened. John wept because no one was worthy to open the scroll. Then Jesus, the Lion of Judah, the Root of David, the Lamb who was slain, came and took the scroll. He alone is worthy.

2. He has made a kingdom and priests (9-14)

The four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb and began to sing a new song. Myriads of angels joined in. Then, every creature in heaven and on earth began to sing praises to the Lamb and worship him. The Lamb is worthy because he was slain and with his blood he purchased men for God. He called people from every tribe and language and nation and made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve God. They serve God by taking his gospel of love and forgiveness to the world. Those who serve our God will reign with him.

Application: Lord, thank you for purchasing me with your blood and making us a kingdom of priests. Praise the Lamb who was slain.
One Word: Worthy is the Lamb