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The vision displays that host as they are already before God’s throne, and are serving him (εἰσὶν, λατρεύουσιν, Revelation 7:15, pres.); they are those who (in their earthly life) have washed (ἔπλυναν, ἐλεύκαναν, Revelation 7:14, aor.) their robes in the blood of the Lamb.
In the midst of the throne room, the people in white robes and the angels are singing praises to God (Revelation 7:10-12). Now, one of the elders responds to this action by asking John a question: “These who are clothed in the white robes, who are they, and where have they come from?”
2 maj 2024 · Jesus assures the believers in Smyrna of a “crown of life” (Revelation 2:10, ESV). The promise of rewards is also found in other parts of Scripture, such as 1 Corinthians 3:14; Colossians 3:23–24; and 2 Timothy 4:7–8.
Chapter 7 answers this question, and demonstrates that even in the midst of this awesome display of God’s wrath, the mercy of God is still present and seeking to bring men to Himself. Even in the midst of this wrath, God is providing an opportunity for men to be saved (Matt. 24:l4).
Do not harm the earth, the sea, or the trees till we have sealed the servants of our God on their foreheads: These servants of God will receive a protective seal on their forehead, containing God’s name in some manner (Revelation 14:1).
David Guzik commentary on Revelation 7, which explains how God's judgment is held back until the servants of God are sealed.
Verse by Verse Commentary. 1. Overview – Chapters 6 and 8 describe the judgments that God is going to send against the world. Sandwiched in-between is this chapter, which highlights God’s mercy toward those who belong to Him. We are reminded again and again that God’s justice is not without mercy. 2.
