Bible Question: Is Revelation chapters 1 to 3 written by John about the churches of the 1st century or about the future condition of the church? |
Bible Answer: GotJesus2, A good rule of thumb in answering questions like this one is in knowing when it (Revelation) was written and to whom it was addressed. During this time the church was undergoing extreme persecution. John wrote Revelation to encourage the church during this time of persecution and to ensure Gods people of His and our ultimate victory. I heard someone say along time ago that evil usually wins unless good is very very good. It may have seemed that way to many back in the first century church and it may seem that way today at times. Revelation was written to encourage believers other wise. God is still soverign and his victory is assured. In Christ, Gye |