The Five Crowns

In the New Testament, two Greek words for "crown"—diadem and stephanos—carry distinct meanings. Diadem signifies a lifelong, inherited position, while stephanos represents a temporary reward for achievement, such as a laurel wreath given to ancient athletes. Unlike the perishable earthly version, the stephanos given by God is eternal and symbolizes an achievement award granted to faithful believers.

A Deeper Meditation

This is an invitation to meditate on a few of God's attributes. Each aspect reveals God's superiority and invites deeper meditation. We mortals struggle to really grasp these characteristics – meditating on them can enhance our appreciation for God. Spiritual closeness is the intended goal.