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The Letters To The Churches
Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021 (message contributor)
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1. Letter To The Church In Ephesus
Contributed on Sep 7, 2021
Do not lose sight of Jesus, your first love. You cannot serve two masters
1. Who is addressing the church? He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: 2. Their Deeds/works: Persevere, work hard, does not tolerate evil people, endure for Christ’s sake, never grows weary, maintained doctrinal integrity and exposed ...read more
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2. Letter To The Church In Pergamum (The Compromising Church)
Contributed on Sep 7, 2021
A church that holds fast to the name of Jesus but have some among them who believe in the doctrine of Balaam
Who is addressing the church? He who has the sharp two-edged sword: (v. 12) Their Deeds/works: Jesus first affirms the good standing of the believers in Pergamum, living in a challenging time and place – full of pagan influences - saying, “… you hold fast to My name, and did not deny My faith even ...read more
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3. Letter To The Church In Thyatira
Contributed on Sep 7, 2021
The Thyatira church has love for Jesus and faith in Him, but they also tolerate the doctrines of Jezebel. Repentance is needed
With twelve (12) verses, this letter to the church of Thyatira is the longest of the seven written to the churches. Background: Thyatira was a city specialized in dyeing. Lydia, the purple seller (Acts 16:14) came from there and people primarily worshiped the sun god (Apollo) there. Who is ...read more
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4. Letter To The Church In Sardis
Contributed on Sep 7, 2021
Sardis church is a famous one but the Lord does not find her work as complete
Sardis was a wealthy center of commerce in Asia Minor at that time. The first gold and silver coins were said to have been minted in Sardis. Who is addressing the church? “… him who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars…” (vs. 2) Their Deeds/works: “you have a name that you are ...read more
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5. Letter To The Church In Philadelphia
Contributed on Sep 7, 2021
Philadelphia church is a perfect one before the Lord; they need to continue to fast to faith in Christ
The Philadelphia church received a comforting and encouraging letter from Jesus Christ, because she please Him. Smyrna church is another one that received this type of commendation among all other churches. Philadelphia church was one that pleased the Lord even though she was in an idolatrous ...read more
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6. Letter To The Church In Laodicea
Contributed on Sep 7, 2021
Laodicea is a lukewarm church that needs to repent, to avoid Jesus spitting her out. Any lukewarm Christian will be rejected by Christ. Repent now.
Who is addressing the church? “… the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation.” (vs. 14) Their Deeds/works: “… you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other!” (vs. 15) Their Offenses: 1. “So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold— … (vs. ...read more