I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are evil: and thou hast tried them which say they are apostles, and are not, and hast found them liars:
I see everything you're doing, all the hard work you're putting in, how patient you've been, and how you won't put up with evil people. You've actually tested those who claim to be my messengers but aren't, and you called them out as liars.
God notices your effort, your standards, and your ability to spot fake people.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Revelation, written by the Apostle John around 95 AD, this verse is part of a series of letters to seven churches in Asia Minor, specifically addressing the church in Ephesus. The early Christians there were facing false teachers who claimed to be apostles but spread deceptive doctrines, and Jesus commends the church for their diligent works, patience, and ability to identify and reject these impostors. This reflects the broader challenges of the Roman Empire era, where believers endured persecution and needed to safeguard their faith from internal threats.
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