Apocalypse Explained # 241
241. Verse 18. I counsel thee, signifies the means of reformation of those who are in the doctrine of faith alone. This is evident from what now follows, for the reformation of those who are in that doctrine is now treated of; therefore "I counsel thee" implies precepts as to how such must live that they may be reformed and thus saved.
John 14:6
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Jesus said to him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.