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I come quickly. Hold firmly that which you have, so that no one takes your crown.
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A Promise and a Warning
Commentators explain that Jesus's statement, "I come quickly," serves as both a promise and a warning. For the faithful, it is a comforting promise of His second coming. It also acts as an urgent call to readiness for the trials that may precede His return. One scholar calls this concept a "keynote of the book," emphasizing its importance.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Behold, I come quickly. That is, in the trials referred to. See Barnes, Revelation 1:1; Revelation 1:11;[Reference R…
I come quickly (ερχομα ταχυ). As in 2:16; 22:7,12,20. "The keynote of the book" (Beckwith). But allow the author's own meaning of …
19th Century
Anglican
Behold, I come.—Omit “Behold.” Better, I am coming quickly; hold fast; continue your race as those who are striving for a garl…
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Here the words of Christ “I am coming soon” (cf. 22:7, 12, 20) are not a threat of judgment but a promise of Christ’s second coming, such as the pr…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Behold, I come quickly To bring on this hour of temptation on the reformed churches, which will be at the beginning …
The same Lord Jesus has the key of government and authority in and over the church. He opens a door of opportunity to his churches; He opens a door…
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