The Tribulation Saints are:
I. Steadfast (vs.12) - willing to endure hardship.
1. They keep the commandments.
2. They will keep their faith in Jesus.
II. They are Blessed (vs.13)
1. In death - in the Lord
2. the blessing at rest - rest from their labors.
3. Blessed because of their deeds for the Lord - They are servants
* What does our service to the Lord look like?
* Our service is not in vain. (see also I Cor. 15:57-58)