In the final of the seven letters in Revelation 3:14-22, Jesus addressed the church in Laodicea, which had no redeeming qualities. He described the church as lukewarm. It is remarkable that Jesus explicitly expressed his love, humbled himself to show his love, and promised the most exalted privileges to this, the worst of the seven churches. In other words, this letter shines with God’s grace and love toward sinners.
Although Paul’s circumstances were very difficult, he focused on bigger realities in which he rejoiced.
In a second vision, Daniel saw into the future when the Jews would need to remain faithful under terrible persecution.
Daniel urgently asked God to keep his own promises for the glory of his own name.
