In this last book of the Christian Bible, Jesus is portrayed especially as 1. the Faithful Witness, who remained true to God despite tribulation; 2. the Present One, who walks among the communities of his followers, speaking words of comfort and challenge through the Spirit; 3. the Lamb that was slain and now reigns with God the Creator, sharing in the devotion and worship due God alone; and 4. the Coming One, who will bring God’s purpose to fulfillment and reign with God among the people of God in the new heaven and earth.
