Do you really think the LORD Jesus Christ did not mean what he said to those who have ears to hear in Revelation ? It would be willful folly to rely on the so called reformers who had no valid authority from the LORD and close one's ears to Revelation. I cannot imagine you would embrace it.
Misinterpreting Paul is a documented error in the scriptures. One need not take your view to harmonize the scriptures. I have a sure defense against heresy. What is your defense ?
Again, arm-waving at Paul without dealing with what he says does not work. He is the apostle of Jesus Christ. What Jesus teaches in Revelation is not going to conflict with anything Paul teaches in Romans 4. Justification is by faith. Those with lives of rampant sin obviously don’t have faith. This isn’t that complicated. I think it’s just hard to accept.
Peace,
SR