John to the seven churches which are in Asia: Grace be unto you, and peace, from him which is, and which was, and which is to come; and from the seven Spirits which are before his throne;
John here, writing to the seven churches in Asia: May grace and peace be yours from the One who is, who was, and who's still coming, and from the seven Spirits standing right before his throne.
A blessing from the God who's always been here, is here now, and isn't going anywhere.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Revelation was written by the Apostle John around AD 95 during the reign of the Roman Emperor Domitian, a period when Christians faced severe persecution for their faith in the Roman Empire. It is addressed to seven real churches in the province of Asia (modern-day western Turkey), serving as a letter of encouragement and warning to help them stand firm in their beliefs. This opening greeting emphasizes God's timeless existence and the presence of the Holy Spirit, reminding the churches of divine support amidst their struggles.
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