Revelation 14:12

Revelation 14:12 Meaning and Explanation

Here is the patience of the saints: here are they that keep the commandments of God, and the faith of Jesus.

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The faithful are called to patient endurance, keeping God's commandments and the faith of Jesus.

What Does Revelation 14:12 Mean?

After the warnings to those who follow the beast, the vision turns to encourage the faithful. Here, John says, is the patience of the saints, those who keep God's commandments and hold fast the faith of Jesus. Their endurance is shown precisely in remaining true while the beast demands surrender.

Faithfulness is not always dramatic; often it is simply holding on, keeping God's word and trusting Christ through long pressure. This quiet steadfastness is honored by heaven as a high calling. The believer is assured that patient obedience, joined to living faith in Jesus, is the very mark of those who belong to God.

Revelation 14:12 in the Original Language

hupomone (ὑπομονή), 'patience' -- steadfast endurance that holds firm under pressure.

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What does Revelation 14:12 mean?

The faithful are called to patient endurance, keeping God's commandments and the faith of Jesus.

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