Sweeter Than Honey: Rejoicing in Heaven

What if we spent a few quiet moments with God each morning? What if we were intentional about making time for it? And what if we committed to doing that all year long—only to find that by the end of the year, we had read the entirety of God’s Word—His love letter to us?

How many times have you, on January 1, resolved to read the Bible from cover to cover in a year? I’ve made that commitment more times than I can count—and I’ve failed more times than I’d like to admit. But a few years ago, I tried something different. I used a one-year, chronological order of book authorship Bible Reading Itinerary.

Did you know that Genesis wasn’t the first book of the Bible written? While these plans can vary—since it’s impossible to pinpoint exact dates for some books—the plan I used began with the book of Job.

​Sweeter Than Honey is a 365-day devotional journey ​that leads the reader
​through God's Word ​in chronological order of book authorship.

​Let me introduce you to Sweeter Than Honey: A 365-Day Devotional Journey, a devotional patterned after that Bible Reading Itinerary. On Tuesdays, through the end of the year, I’d love for you to join me as we journey through parts of Sweeter Than Honey together!

As we look ahead to 2026, why not make a plan now—either on your own or with your small group, Sunday school class, or women’s Bible study—to read through the Bible together using the Sweeter Than Honey Bible Reading Plan? Imagine the growth, encouragement, and community that could come from walking through God’s Word side by side for an entire year!

Revelation 18-20: Rejoicing in Heaven

I love to read when the Bible records prayers and songs of the saints. We read a lot of this in the Psalms. But today, in chapter 19, we see where the Apostle John writes of his visions of rejoicing in Heaven and the Marriage Supper of the Lamb. The rejoicing in Heaven comes after the great City of Babylon is defeated, and the sound of the rejoicing is as of a loud voice of a great multitude.

“After this I heard what seemed to be the loud voice of a great multitude in Heaven, crying out,
‘Hallelujah! Salvation and glory and power belong to our God, for His judgments are true and just; for He has judged the great prostitute who corrupted the earth with her immorality, and has avenged on her the blood of His servants.’

Once more they cried out, ‘Hallelujah! The smoke from her goes up forever and ever.’

And the twenty-four elders and the four living creatures fell down and worshiped God Who was seated on the throne, saying, ‘Amen. Hallelujah!’ And from the throne came a voice saying,
‘Praise our God, all you His servants, you who fear Him, small and great.’

Then I heard what seemed to be the voice of a great multitude, like the roar of many waters and like the sound of mighty peals of thunder, crying out,

‘Hallelujah! For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns. Let us rejoice and exult and give Him the glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His Bride has made herself ready; it was granted her to clothe herself with fine linen, bright and pure’—for the fine linen is the righteous deeds of the saints. 
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And the angel said to me, ‘Write this: Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.’ And he said to me, ‘These are the true Words of God.’ Then I fell down at his feet to worship him, but he said to me, ‘You must not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers who hold to the testimony of Jesus. Worship God.’ For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.” (Revelation 19:1-10)

I remember as a young teen going to a conference held in our city where there were about ten thousand Christians singing, “How Great Thou Art.” I loved that experience of what Heaven may be like someday. I’ve never forgotten it and think about it every time I hear the song. I can hardly wait to rejoice in Heaven someday, friend! Side by side with saints of God from every tribe, tongue, nation, nationality—the small and the great, as Revelation says. Someday there will be great rejoicing in that place, and I’m excited to have my name written in the Book of Life and to be a part of the rejoicing in Heaven. I hope you are too!

When you picture the rejoicing in Heaven described in Revelation 19, how does that future hope shape the way you worship, endure, and live faithfully today?

About Sweeter Than Honey
Spending time in God’s Word each day changes everything. It brings peace in chaos, strength in weakness, and direction for whatever lies ahead. Scripture truly is God’s Love Letter to us—personal, powerful, and life-giving.

Even in our busiest seasons, there’s always time to meet with Him—early in the morning, late at night, or somewhere in between. When we make space for His Word, we allow His truth to shape our thoughts, guide our steps, and overflow into the lives of those around us.

That’s why I created Sweeter Than Honey—a 365-day devotional journey designed to help busy women read through the entire Bible in one year. Inspired by Psalm 119:103—“How sweet are Your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!”—this devotional offers daily encouragement rooted in Scripture.

Each day includes a short devotion and reading itinerary that follows the Bible in chronological order of book authorship. By year’s end, you’ll have read the entire Bible while deepening your relationship with the Author Himself.

You’ll find encouragement on every page to seek God first, experience His presence in new ways, and live each day with purpose and peace. Sweeter Than Honey isn’t just another devotional—it’s a keepsake for your journey of faith.

Join the private Facebook group to connect with other believers, share insights, and grow together in God’s Word.

What Readers Are Saying
"Sweeter Than Honey has helped me to dive deep into the complete story of the Bible. It is a chronological [order of book authorship] reading plan that gives a behind-the-scenes look at the author, time, and people impacted during the writing of each book. The devotional prompts me to go deeper into the Word. The information and the points to remember cause me to become more curious. As a result, I find I am studying the Word instead of just reading it." —Theresa, P31VIRTUES
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