Rev 14:13 | MHM | STEP | The Harvest and the Vintage This section uses the images of harvest and vintage to show God’s final judgment. It begins with a strong message about the blessing of those who die in the Lord. The vision shows both the gathering of the righteous and the punishment of the wicked. The harvest and the vintage are two ways to picture God’s justice and mercy at the end of time. Both are carried out under God’s authority and at the right time. v. 13 : John hears a voice from heaven telling him to write, “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” This message is from God, so it is completely true and important. It was written down so believers can remember and find comfort in it. Those who die united with Christ are truly blessed. They rest from sin, pain, and persecution. Their good works do not earn them heaven, but they are remembered by God. Their reward will be much greater than anything they have done. They are also happy if they die at a time when God’s cause is winning and evil is being judged. The Holy Spirit confirms this blessing (Revelation 14:13 ).

‏ Revelation of John 14:13

The Harvest and the Vintage

This section uses the images of harvest and vintage to show God’s final judgment. It begins with a strong message about the blessing of those who die in the Lord. The vision shows both the gathering of the righteous and the punishment of the wicked. The harvest and the vintage are two ways to picture God’s justice and mercy at the end of time. Both are carried out under God’s authority and at the right time.

v. 13: John hears a voice from heaven telling him to write, “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.”This message is from God, so it is completely true and important. It was written down so believers can remember and find comfort in it. Those who die united with Christ are truly blessed. They rest from sin, pain, and persecution. Their good works do not earn them heaven, but they are remembered by God. Their reward will be much greater than anything they have done. They are also happy if they die at a time when God’s cause is winning and evil is being judged. The Holy Spirit confirms this blessing (Revelation 14:13 ^a).