Like Paul, John begins his “letter” with a benedictory greeting: Grace and peace. The blessings does not end until verse 8, and it is chiastically structured:

A. From Him who is, was, coming

B. From seven Spirits

C. From Jesus Christ

D. Glory to Him

C’. Behold, He comes (who? see C: Jesus)

B’. Every eye sees, they pierced, they mourn (cf. “spirit” poured out in Zechariah 12:10-14, quoted here)

A’. Alpha and Omega; the Is, Was, Coming