Follow the Lamb - Horatius Bonar

INTRODUCTION: THE CALL TO FOLLOW THE LAMB
Horatius Bonar begins Follow the Lamb with a clear and stirring reminder: to be a Christian is the highest honor and the greatest responsibility. The Christian is someone who bears the name of Christ, the name that is above every name. It is not a small thing to be called a follower of Jesus. It is not a casual title, like being a member of an earthly club or society. Rather, it is a declaration that you belong to the royal household of heaven, that you have been redeemed by the blood of the Son of God, and that your life is now meant to reflect Him.

Bonar urges believers to stop and think deeply about what this means. To be a Christian is to say, “I am no longer my own; I have been bought with a price. I now live for Another. My words, my actions, my very character are meant to mirror Christ Himself.”

From the very start, Bonar is pastoral and practical. He reminds you that the world watches you. Angels watch you. God Himself looks upon your life. So he asks: Are you walking in a way that honors the name you carry? Do others see Christ in you?

The whole book revolves around this question: What does it truly mean to follow the Lamb of God wherever He goes?

THE MEANING OF THE NAME “CHRISTIAN”

Bonar emphasizes that when you confess, “I am a Christian,” you are making several powerful statements:

You belong to Christ.
You are no longer your own master; you are His servant, His disciple, His follower. Your life is not directed by your own whims or desires but by His will.
You are part of a heavenly family.
You are adopted into the royal family of God. This is not a mere metaphor—it is a spiritual reality. You share in the inheritance of the saints, in the glory that Christ has secured.
You represent Him to the world.
People may never read the Bible, but they will read your life. You are, as Paul says, “a letter of Christ, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God.”

Because of this, Bonar says it is a terrible contradiction for someone to bear the name of Christ and yet live in a way that dishonors Him. It is like wearing the uniform of a noble king while secretly serving the enemy.

He pleads: Do not dishonor the family name of heaven. Live in such a way that even the unbeliever is forced to say, “This person has been with Jesus.”

LIGHT IN THE MIDST OF DARKNESS

One of Bonar’s most beautiful images in this section is the picture of light and darkness.

The world, he says, is like a vast night. Sin has darkened minds, perverted hearts, and blinded entire societies.
But when Christ saves a person, He brings them out of darkness into His marvelous light.

Yet that light is not meant to be hidden. It is meant to shine.

He quotes Isaiah 60:1:

“Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.”

The Christian’s light is not self-generated. It comes from Christ Himself—the true light of the world. Just as the moon reflects the light of the sun, so the believer reflects the light of Christ.

Bonar warns: Do not cover your light out of fear. Do not mix it with darkness by compromise. Do not let the world’s shadows dim the brightness of what Christ has given you.

He draws on Revelation 21:23, describing the New Jerusalem: “The city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and its lamp is the Lamb.” The same Lamb who will one day light the heavenly city is the one who now lights the heart of every true disciple.

So he exhorts: Shine boldly. Shine purely. Shine continually.

DAILY FOLLOWING OF CHRIST

Following the Lamb is not a one-time decision made in a moment of emotion. It is a daily choice, a daily walk, a daily cross.

Bonar recalls Jesus’ clear teaching in Luke 9:23:

“If anyone would come after Me, let him deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow Me.”

He unpacks this in detail:

Self-denial means saying “no” to your selfish desires, your pride, your lusts, and your personal agenda. It is choosing God’s will even when it contradicts your own.
Taking up your cross means embracing the cost of discipleship. It may mean ridicule from the world, rejection by friends, even suffering for the sake of Christ. The cross is not a decorative symbol; it is an instrument of death. To carry it is to declare that your old life is crucified.
Following Him means step-by-step obedience. It means imitating His humility, His patience, His compassion, His endurance.

Bonar is realistic. He says the path of following Christ is not easy. It is narrow. It is steep. It often runs against the current of the world. But it is also the path of life, peace, and eternal joy.

KEEPING YOUR EYES FIXED ON JESUS

A recurring theme in Bonar’s writing is the danger of looking away from Christ.

When you fix your eyes on Jesus:

You are strengthened in weakness.
You find comfort in sorrow.
You are guided when confused.
You are encouraged to persevere through trials.

But when you look away:

Fear grows.
Doubt creeps in.
The memory of forgiveness fades.
The heart begins to drift back toward the old life.

Bonar uses the example of Peter walking on the water. As long as Peter looked at Jesus, he stood on the waves. But the moment he looked at the wind and the waves, he began to sink.

So he pleads: Keep your eyes on Christ every day, every hour. Do not let the noise of the world or the weight of your problems turn your gaze elsewhere.

THE GRACE THAT SAVES AND SUSTAINS

Bonar insists repeatedly that salvation is entirely of grace. You were not saved because you were better than others or because you earned it. You were saved because God loved you while you were still a sinner and sent His Son to die in your place.

But grace is not only for the beginning of the Christian life. It is for the entire journey.

Grace justifies you.
Grace sanctifies you.
Grace keeps you to the very end.

Even the holiest believer is still dependent every day on the same mercy that saved them at first. Bonar says: “Do not think you can outgrow your need for grace. The deeper you go in holiness, the more you will see how much you still need the Lamb.”

YOUR LIFE IS A BOOK BEFORE GOD

One of the most memorable metaphors in this section is Bonar’s description of the Christian life as a book written in God’s sight.

Each day is a page.
Each choice is a line.
Each trial is a paragraph.
Each season of your life is a chapter.

Some books are long, others short. Some are beautiful and uplifting; others are marred by carelessness and sin. But all are read by the all-seeing eye of God.

Bonar asks: What kind of story is your life writing? When the final chapter is complete, will it bring glory to the Lamb?

He reminds you that even the hidden parts of your life are part of this book. Your secret thoughts, your private moments, your true motives—all are recorded. This is not meant to create fear but to stir you to live carefully, reverently, joyfully.

THE DANGER OF DRIFTING FROM GRACE

Bonar warns that it is possible for a believer to drift away from the freshness of grace.

You may start relying on your own strength instead of Christ.
You may slowly become careless in prayer, in Scripture reading, in guarding your heart.
You may let worldly pleasures creep in, dulling your spiritual appetite.

He says such drifting rarely happens overnight. It is usually gradual, almost unnoticed. But the results are tragic: loss of joy, loss of power, and sometimes even scandalous sin.

So he urges: Stay close to the fountain of grace. Do not wander. Do not try to live one day without leaning fully on the Lamb.

CLEANSING THE CONSCIENCE THROUGH THE BLOOD OF CHRIST

This is one of the most pastoral sections. Bonar knows that even the most sincere Christian will still sin. The question is: What do you do when you fall?

He says many make the mistake of waiting—thinking that time will ease their guilt. Others try to make up for sin by working harder, serving more, or punishing themselves.

But none of these bring true peace. The only way to cleanse the conscience is to go immediately to the blood of Christ.

Do not delay confession.
Do not hide your sin.
Do not rationalize or minimize it.

Run to the cross, acknowledge your failure, and let His blood wash you clean.

Bonar beautifully writes:

“The blood of the Lamb not only removes the penalty of sin but also the stain and the restless weight of guilt. The soul that truly applies this blood finds peace deeper than the ocean and rest sweeter than sleep.”

THE CROSS AS THE SOURCE OF LIFE AND JOY

Bonar closes this portion by exalting the cross of Christ. To the world, the cross looks like weakness and shame. But to the believer, it is the source of:

Life – because through it, we are reconciled to God.
Healing – because through it, our wounds are bound up.
Holiness – because through it, sin is crucified in us.
Joy – because through it, the power of Satan is broken and the hope of heaven is secured.

He reminds: The cross is not just the starting point of Christianity; it is the daily reality of the Christian life.

So he calls you to stay near the cross. Meditate on it. Treasure it. Never grow tired of its message.

A FINAL EXHORTATION FOR THIS SECTION

Bonar concludes this part of the book with a simple but powerful exhortation:

Remember the privilege of being called a Christian.
Let your light shine in a dark world.
Deny yourself daily and take up your cross.
Keep your eyes on Jesus and never look away.
Live carefully, knowing your life is being written before God.
Guard against drifting, and always return quickly to the blood of the Lamb for cleansing.

“Follow the Lamb, for where He goes there is life. Turn aside, and you will find only darkness and sorrow. Stay near Him, and you will shine forever with His light.”

HOLINESS AS THE NATURAL FRUIT OF FOLLOWING THE LAMB

Bonar now shifts the focus to holiness—not as a burdensome demand, but as the natural outflow of staying close to Christ.

He reminds that the Lamb is holy, harmless, undefiled, separate from sinners. If you walk with Him, you will begin to resemble Him. Holiness is not merely avoiding bad things; it is becoming like Jesus.

He writes:

Holiness is the mark of those who have truly seen the beauty of Christ.
It is not a rigid list of rules but a living relationship that transforms your heart.
When the soul gazes on the Lamb, it cannot help but desire purity, humility, gentleness, and love.

Bonar quotes 1 Peter 1:15-16:

“As He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: Be holy, for I am holy.”

He warns against the idea that holiness is optional. If you claim to follow the Lamb but remain comfortable in sin, you have not truly understood Him.

Holiness is the evidence that you have been set free. It is the light that proves you belong to the day, not the night. It is the witness to the world that Jesus is real.

PRACTICAL STEPS TOWARD HOLINESS

Bonar gives very practical counsel:

Stay near the cross.
Nothing softens the heart like remembering what Christ suffered for you. When you meditate on His wounds, sin becomes bitter and obedience becomes sweet.
Be watchful over your thoughts.
Sin begins in the mind long before it appears in outward actions. Guard the first seeds of pride, lust, or resentment before they take root.
Choose your influences wisely.
The books you read, the conversations you keep, the places you go—all either pull you toward Christ or away from Him.
Rely on the Spirit, not on willpower.
Holiness is not achieved by sheer human effort. It is the work of the Holy Spirit in a surrendered heart.
Confess quickly when you fail.
Do not let guilt linger. Do not make excuses. Return immediately to the Lamb for cleansing.

Holiness, he says, is like a delicate flower. It grows in the atmosphere of grace, but it withers in the pollution of sin.

THE DANGER OF SMALL COMPROMISES

Bonar warns strongly about what he calls “the creeping death of little sins.”

Most believers, he says, are not ruined by one great scandalous sin. Instead, they are slowly weakened by many small compromises:

A neglected prayer here, a careless word there.
A little pride, a small indulgence, a tiny bending of truth.
A harmless-seeming friendship that dulls spiritual sharpness.

He likens it to a ship that does not sink from one massive hole, but from thousands of tiny leaks that slowly let water in.

So he exhorts:

Do not tolerate “little” sins. They are not little in God’s sight.
Do not excuse what your conscience warns against. Satan often whispers, “It’s just a small thing.” But small things grow into chains.
Keep short accounts with God. Confess even the faintest shadow of guilt.

FORMALISM VS. TRUE SPIRITUALITY

Another danger Bonar exposes is formalism—going through the outward motions of religion while the heart grows cold.

He describes how some Christians start their journey with vibrant love, but gradually their faith becomes:

Dry routine.
Mere church attendance without real worship.
Mechanical prayers spoken with lips but not felt in the soul.

This, he warns, is spiritual death in disguise. It looks pious but lacks the life of the Spirit.

True Christianity, Bonar says, is marked by living fellowship with a living Christ. It is not simply believing doctrines, but enjoying communion with the One those doctrines reveal.

He pleads: Guard your heart against coldness. Stir up your love often. Let prayer and Scripture reading be alive, not dead habit. Ask the Spirit to keep the fire burning.

WORLDLINESS AND THE SUBTLE LOVE OF EARTHLY THINGS

Bonar addresses the issue of worldliness with pastoral balance.

He does not teach that all enjoyment of life is wrong. Simple pleasures, honest work, and wholesome friendships can be gifts from God.
But he warns that the heart is easily captured by the glitter of the world—riches, entertainment, popularity, comfort.

The danger is that the soul becomes so filled with the things of earth that it loses appetite for the things of heaven.

He quotes 1 John 2:15-17:

“Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world. And the world is passing away…”

Worldliness, Bonar says, is like a slow poison. It does not always kill immediately, but it numbs spiritual senses until the soul becomes dull, prayerless, and indifferent.

So he urges:

Keep your affections set on things above (Colossians 3:1-2).
Enjoy earthly blessings with gratitude, but do not cling to them.
Remember that you are a pilgrim, not a permanent resident here.

THE COMPANY YOU KEEP

Bonar spends a whole section warning about the influence of friendships.

Your companions shape your soul. If you constantly keep company with those who love the world, your own heart will grow cold. If you surround yourself with those who honor Christ, you will be stirred to love and good works.

He advises:

Seek out friends who love prayer, who love the Bible, who speak of Christ naturally.
Avoid companions who joke about sin, who mock faith, who drag conversations down into gossip or impurity.
If you must be among unbelievers for work or family reasons, do not let their spirit enter your heart. Be a light, but guard yourself from their darkness.

He quotes Proverbs 13:20:

“Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.”

PRAYER AS BREATHING FOR THE SOUL

Bonar then turns to prayer, describing it as the very breath of the spiritual life.

He says prayer is not a heavy burden or a performance. It is simply the child speaking to the Father. It is the soul leaning on the Shepherd.

He gives practical encouragement:

Pray in the morning, before the noise of the day distracts you.
Pray briefly throughout the day, lifting your thoughts to God in every circumstance.
Pray at night, reviewing the day with thanksgiving and confession.
Pray especially in moments of temptation, drawing immediate strength from the Lord.

Prayer keeps the heart soft and humble. Without it, the soul becomes dry, proud, and easily deceived.

Bonar quotes 1 Thessalonians 5:17: “Pray without ceasing.” He explains this doesn’t mean repeating words constantly but living in a continual awareness of God’s presence, ready to speak to Him at any moment.

THE SCRIPTURES AS DAILY FOOD

Alongside prayer, Bonar emphasizes the importance of feeding on the Word of God.

He warns against hurried, superficial Bible reading. Instead, he encourages believers to:

Read slowly and thoughtfully, letting each verse sink deep.
Read both Old and New Testaments, seeing how Christ is revealed in all of Scripture.
Meditate on small portions, turning them over in your mind throughout the day.
Read not just for knowledge but for transformation, asking: How should this change my thoughts, my desires, my actions?

He quotes Psalm 119:105:

“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”

Without regular intake of Scripture, the soul becomes weak and confused, easily swayed by false teaching or worldly thinking.

Bonar writes beautifully:

“The Bible is the Christian’s map for the journey, his lamp in the darkness, his sword in the battle, and his bread in the wilderness. Without it, you cannot walk safely, fight strongly, or live healthily.”

PERSEVERANCE IN THE CHRISTIAN WALK

Bonar acknowledges that the Christian journey is long and often hard. There are seasons of dryness, discouragement, and spiritual warfare.

He encourages perseverance by reminding:

The path is narrow, but it leads to life.
Christ Himself walked this path before you, and He knows every difficulty.
You are not walking alone; the Spirit is your helper, and fellow believers are your companions.
The Shepherd will not lose even one of His sheep.

He quotes John 10:27-28:

“My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of My hand.”

Perseverance, he says, is not about gritting your teeth in your own strength. It is about resting in the faithfulness of Christ who keeps you.

HUMILITY AND SELF-DISTRUST

Bonar warns against spiritual pride—the subtle feeling that you are doing well, that you are better than others.

Pride blinds the eyes to your own faults.
Pride makes you quick to judge others while excusing yourself.
Pride leads to a fall because it makes you rely on yourself instead of God.

True followers of the Lamb are humble. They know they are sinners saved by grace. They are quick to confess, quick to forgive, quick to give glory to God.

He quotes James 4:6:

“God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”

Humility is the secret of strength because it keeps you dependent on the Lord.

GUARDING YOUR STEPS IN A HOSTILE WORLD

Bonar gives sober reminders that the Christian life is lived in a hostile environment. The world, the flesh, and the devil are all enemies seeking to trip you.

So he advises:

Be vigilant. Temptation often comes when you least expect it.
Be prayerful. A prayerless believer is an easy target.
Be armed with Scripture, as Jesus was in the wilderness.
Be in fellowship with other believers; lone sheep are easy prey.

He likens the believer to a soldier on enemy territory—always alert, always watchful, always ready.

LIVING WITH ETERNITY IN VIEW

Bonar lifts the eyes of the reader beyond the struggles of the present. He reminds that following the Lamb is not just for this life; it is preparing you for eternity.

One day, faith will become sight.
One day, the Lamb who was your Shepherd on earth will be your eternal joy in heaven.
One day, every tear will be wiped away, every battle finished, every sorrow turned to singing.

He quotes Revelation 14:4, speaking of the redeemed:

“These are the ones who follow the Lamb wherever He goes.”

What begins here in weakness will end there in glory.

CLOSING EXHORTATION FOR THIS SECTION

Bonar ends this portion with heartfelt appeals:

Do not grow weary in prayer.
Do not neglect the Word.
Do not let the world steal your heart.
Stay humble, stay watchful, stay near the Lamb.

He says:

“Following the Lamb is not a sprint but a pilgrimage. Each step matters. Each moment writes another line in the story of your life. Walk carefully, joyfully, prayerfully—knowing that He walks with you.”

ENDURING TRIALS AS PART OF FOLLOWING THE LAMB

Bonar reminds that the Christian life is not promised to be easy. In fact, to follow the Lamb is to walk a path that is often misunderstood, opposed, and marked with trials.

He quotes Acts 14:22:

“Through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God.”

Just as Christ was rejected, mocked, and crucified, so His followers should not expect the world to always treat them kindly. Bonar says plainly:

There will be ridicule for your faith.
There will be temptations that seek to pull you back to the old life.
There will be inner struggles with the flesh, doubts, and spiritual dryness.

But he adds: None of these are signs that God has abandoned you. Rather, they are evidence that you are walking the same road as your Savior.

Bonar encourages believers not to be surprised by trials but to see them as opportunities for deeper fellowship with Christ, who Himself was “a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief.”

JOY IN SUFFERING

In a paradox only the Gospel can explain, Bonar insists that even in suffering, there can be joy.

The joy is not in the pain itself but in the nearness of Christ during the pain.
Trials refine the soul like fire refines gold.
Affliction loosens the grip of the world and makes heaven more precious.

He quotes James 1:2-4:

“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.”

Bonar also recalls Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 4:17:

“This light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison.”

The believer who follows the Lamb learns to look beyond the immediate pain to the eternal purpose it serves.

THE HOPE OF HEAVENLY REWARD

Bonar lifts the eyes of the reader toward the future reward of faithful discipleship.

He describes the heavenly scene from Revelation 7:

A great multitude standing before the throne and before the Lamb.
They are clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands.
They cry out, “Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!”

These are the ones who “came out of great tribulation,” who followed the Lamb on earth through hardship and now follow Him in glory.

Bonar reminds that heaven is not an abstract idea—it is a real place where:

There is no more sin, sorrow, or suffering.
Every tear is wiped away by God Himself.
The Lamb who was your guide on earth will be your eternal light and joy.

The promise of this future should strengthen the believer to persevere now.

THE CHARACTER OF THOSE WHO FOLLOW THE LAMB

Bonar reflects on Revelation 14:4, which says of the redeemed:

“These are the ones who follow the Lamb wherever He goes.”

He highlights several marks of these followers:

They are redeemed by His blood.
They know they were once lost, but have been purchased by a great price. Gratitude fuels their obedience.
They are pure in heart.
Though not perfect in this life, they are sincere, without hypocrisy, and they long for holiness.
They are obedient.
They do not pick and choose which commands to follow; they desire to do all His will.
They are steadfast.
They do not turn back when the road is hard. They follow the Lamb in the sunshine and the storm.
They are marked by love.
Love for Christ is their deepest motivation. Love for others flows naturally from that love.

THE DANGER OF TURNING BACK

Bonar gives a sobering warning about those who begin the Christian journey but later fall away. He references Luke 9:62:

“No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.”

He speaks of:

Some who start with enthusiasm but grow weary when trials come.
Others who are slowly choked by the cares of the world and the deceitfulness of riches.
Still others who fall into secret sin and lose their love for Christ.

Bonar does not write this to create despair but to stir vigilance. He reminds:

The believer’s perseverance ultimately depends on Christ, not on self-effort.
But the believer must also watch, pray, and guard the heart against drift.

He says: “Cling to the Lamb more tightly when you feel weak, for He alone can keep you from falling.”

ABIDING IN CHRIST – THE SECRET OF STRENGTH

The key to enduring, Bonar says, is abiding in Christ.

He quotes John 15:4-5:

“Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in Me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from Me you can do nothing.”

To abide means:

Staying in constant communion with Him through prayer and meditation.
Trusting His promises even when feelings fluctuate.
Drawing daily strength from His Word.
Resting in His love, not your own performance.

When you abide, fruitfulness flows naturally—holiness, patience, joy, and peace. When you do not abide, you wither spiritually.

LOVE AS THE GREATEST MOTIVATION

Bonar emphasizes that the true motive for following the Lamb is love. Fear may restrain sin temporarily, duty may produce outward obedience, but only love produces lasting, joyful discipleship.

He points to 2 Corinthians 5:14:

“The love of Christ controls us, because we have concluded this: that One has died for all, therefore all have died.”

When you truly grasp the depth of Christ’s love—His willing sacrifice, His constant patience, His unchanging faithfulness—your heart cannot remain cold. Love compels you to follow Him gladly, even when it costs.

Bonar warns: If love for Christ grows weak, all else will eventually collapse. Prayer will become lifeless, holiness will fade, perseverance will falter. Keep the fire of love burning by often gazing on the cross.

SERVING OTHERS AS PART OF FOLLOWING THE LAMB

Bonar reminds that following Jesus is not only about personal holiness but also about serving others in His name.

Jesus came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.
If you are following Him, you will also have a servant’s heart—helping the weak, comforting the hurting, sharing the Gospel with the lost.

He challenges believers to look around:

Is there someone in need you can help?
Is there a lonely soul who needs encouragement?
Is there a neighbor or coworker who has never heard the truth of Christ?

Following the Lamb means extending His compassion to the world.

THE PEACE OF A CLEAR CONSCIENCE

Bonar again touches the theme of the conscience. A clear conscience, he says, is one of the sweetest gifts of following Christ closely.

When you live in daily confession and obedience, you lie down at night in peace.
When you keep no hidden sin, you can pray with confidence and joy.
When you know you are forgiven and walking in the light, fear loses its grip.

But if you harbor unconfessed sin, even a small one, your peace will vanish. You will feel restless, distant from God, unable to enjoy His presence.

So he urges: Keep your conscience tender. Do not let it grow hard by repeated neglect. Let the blood of Christ wash it clean daily.

DEATH AS THE FINAL STEP OF FOLLOWING THE LAMB

Bonar reflects briefly on the reality of death. For the unbeliever, death is a fearful unknown. But for the one who follows the Lamb, death is not an end but a homecoming.

Death is leaving the wilderness to enter the promised land.
Death is the moment when faith becomes sight.
Death is falling asleep in the arms of the Shepherd who has led you all your life.

He quotes Psalm 23:4:

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me.”

The Lamb who was with you in life will not abandon you in death. He will carry you safely into His eternal presence.

THE ETERNAL VICTORY OF THE LAMB

Bonar ends with a vision of the final triumph of Christ.

The same Lamb who was slain will return as the reigning King.
The enemies of God will be defeated, and righteousness will fill the earth.
The redeemed will reign with Him, clothed in white, singing the song of the Lamb forever.

He quotes Revelation 22:3-5:

“The throne of God and of the Lamb will be in the city, and His servants will serve Him. They will see His face, and His name will be on their foreheads. There will be no more night. They will need no lamp or sun, for the Lord God will be their light, and they will reign forever and ever.”

This is the destiny of those who follow the Lamb faithfully to the end.

BONAR’S FINAL EXHORTATION

In his closing appeal, Bonar speaks directly to the reader’s heart:

Follow the Lamb now, not later. Do not delay obedience or repentance. Each day is precious.
Follow the Lamb fully. Do not give Him half your heart. Let Him be Lord of all your life.
Follow the Lamb joyfully. Do not see Christianity as drudgery; it is the path of true freedom and peace.
Follow the Lamb to the end. Do not look back, do not grow weary, do not turn aside.