In the early chapters of Revelation, the importance of keeping the Word of God is emphasized by two significant factors - (a) the context in which John received this "revelation of Jesus Christ"; (b) the messages spoken by Jesus Christ to "the seven churches." (a) John was on the island of Patmos - "I, John, your brother and companion in the suffering and kingdom and patient endurance that are ours in Jesus, was on the island of Patmos because of the word of God and the testimony of Jesus" (Revelation 1:9). He was also in the Spirit - On the Lord's Day I was in the Spirit, and I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet (Revelation 1:10).In the midst of persecution, there came "the revelation of Jesus Christ." There is alesson for us here. If you are faithful to God and His Word, there may be persecution, but there will also be blessing.
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