We tend to avoid the book of Revelation, partly because it sounds scary, partly because it's difficult to decipher, and partly because when you're just looking for basic everyday instructions on living right, it doesn't seem overtly helpful.
If Revelation is frightening, focus on these two verses.
"When I saw Him, I fell at his feet like a dead man, And He placed His right hand on me, saying, 'Do not be afraid; I am the first and the last, and the living One; and I was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore, and I have the keys of death and of Hades'" Revelation 1:17-18 (NAS)
If you love Jesus, you have nothing to fear from Him, and because He trumps all, you have nothing to fear from anyone else either.
"Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to cast some of you into prison, so that you will be tested, and you will have tribulation for ten days. Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life." Revelation 2:10 (NAS)
Self explanatory. Go, be bold and victorious.
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