‏ Revelation of John 22:21

 The grace of the Lord Jesus be with the saints ( η χαρις του Κυριου Ιησου μετα των αγιων ). John's own benediction, an unusual ending for an apocalypse, but suitable for one meant to be read in the churches (1:3f.). Grace is Paul's unvarying word in conclusion of his letters, as is true of Heb 13:25. "The saints" or the consecrated ( ο αγιο ) is John's constant word for believers in Christ (8:3f.; 11:18; 13:7, 10; 14:12; 16:6; 17:6; 18:20, 24; 19:8; 20:9). It is a good word for the close of this marvellous picture of God's gracious provision for his people in earth and heaven.

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