Revelation (there is only one so no need to be saying, "Revelations") is the revelation of Jesus to John. It is the only book of the Bible that explicitly promises a blessing to its readers and to those who heed its words.
Chapter 1 is a very powerful description of the Trinity and Jesus' rulership over all the earth, especially the churches.
No Such Thing as Lukewarm Christians
The church at Laodicea is described as being full of lukewarm people, not necessarily Christians. They are described as blind to their spiritual condition - "You say, 'I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.' But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked." Jesus says that He is about to spit them out of His mouth - certainly doesn't sound like a Christian as described in the rest of the New Testament.
Look, if you are living in willful disobedience to the commands of Christ for your life, it doesn't matter what religious experience(s) you are hanging your life upon - saying a prayer, baptism, church attendance, etc. - you are kidding yourself as much as the Laodiceans! You are not saved if you are knowingly and continuously disregarding His commands.
Listen to Jesus:
"I counsel you to buy from Me gold refined in the fire, so you can become rich; and white clothes to wear, so you can cover your shameful nakedness; and salve to put on your eyes, so you can see. Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest, and repent."
Get saved and obey!
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