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After This
Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 5, 2008 (message contributor)
Summary: The seven Churches describes one of the conditions that exist in every church. Either on fire,or cooling off; going into trouble are coming out of trouble;having a Revival or needing one;wealthy or worldly.
1. The Sincerity of Ephesus Rev:2-1
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a.Christ walking in the midst as Lord
b.Commended for the works by the Lord
c.Commenced waining away from the Lord
2.The suffering of Smyrna Rev:2-8
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a.Poverty -- Loss of finance
b.Prison -- Loss offamily
c.Promises-- the Lord remains faithful
3.The shamefuliness of Pergamos Rev:2-12
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a.Dwelling to close to Satans seat
b.Deeds are becoming less and less
c.Doctrines are slipping from the Scriptures
4.The speculation of Thyatira Rev:2-18
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a.Methods are foolish and failing
b.Morals are fouled up and fleshly
c.Missions are falling short and flimsy
5.The spark left in Sardis Rev:3-1
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a.A little fire can fan into a flame
b.A little faith can be fully furnished
c.A little forgivness makes friends for ever
6.The spirit of revival in Philadelphia Rev:3-9
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a. The power of the Holy Spirit
b.The preaching of the word
c.The promise of his return
7.The sad plight of Laodicea Rev:3-14
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a.Worldly--no standard of righteousness
b.Wealthy---Material gains only mark progress
c.Weak in power,purity and prayer