Sermons on El Apocalipsis 2:14:

Pergamum, The Compromising Church.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 2, 2020

The third of seven messages to the churches of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). Pergamum was a city filled with shrines of many gods...

Pergamum, The Compromising Church Revelation 2:12-17NKJV Upon studying this third church, the church of Pergamum, I told you that weekly I would read these scriptures. I believe that Revelation 1, is the foundation of the whole book. Revelation 1:1-3NKJV The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Hebrews 10:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Balaam + Balak,” A Deadly Alliance

Contributed by Thilini Perera on Jan 5, 2021

JESUS EXPOSES A DEADLY TRAP, “THE ERROR OF BALAAM” ABOUT TO GO VIRAL IN THE ENDTIMES AGAINST THE PEOPLE OF GOD IN REVELATION 2:14-16. WHAT DO BALAAM & BALAK, MEN WHO LIVED SO LONG AGO HAVE TO DO WITH US IN THE ENDTIMES? LET’S DIVE IN AND FIND OUT.

HISTORICAL BACKDROP (NUMBERS 22) We are quite familiar with the story of how children of God disobeyed and wandered in the wilderness for forty long years. Well, finally they are about to enter the PROMISED LAND. At the FINAL CAMP in their long tiring wilderness journey, they are waiting in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:14-16, Jude 1:11, 2 Peter 2:15-16

The Capital Of Hell Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

I want to call your attention to the fact that Jesus says in verse 13 that the throne of Satan was in that city. He ends the verse by saying Satan lives there. So here is the city where Satan lives, and where he has his throne. This is none other than the capital of hell.

Is there any truth to the popular idea that hell is right here on earth? There were a lot of Minnesotans who believed it in Jan. of 1873. The morning of the 8th was beautiful and the snow was melting. Masses of people made plans to travel, visit, and shop. But about 4 in the afternoon the wind ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Fooled By A Prophet Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 19, 2021

Prophetic messages on the Internet are abundant posing new challenges as well as possible benefits. Pastors must equip their congregations to test these messages using biblical principles. This series teaches principles for doing that. This message uses lessons from the story in 1 Kings 13.

Intro Last week we taught on the subject of testing prophecy. How do we know that a dream, a vision, a word that someone is sharing is truly from the Lord? And even if it is from the Lord, are we interpreting it correctly and applying it wisely. We found that all three aspects of a prophecy must ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:7-17, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-22, Hebrews 8:1-13, 1 Corinthians 14:1-40, Revelation 2:7-29, 2 Timothy 3:10, Acts 13:1-3, Acts 19:6, Hebrews 5:11, John 16:13-14, John 10:27, Jeremiah 31:31-34, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, 2 Kings 23:15-18, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20, 1 Kings 13:1-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Beliefs As Boundaries Series

Contributed by John Bright on Apr 26, 2021

This is the first in a 7-part series on The Apostles Creed. I used this as a way to give folks in my new churches an understanding of my beliefs and our common ground as Believers.

Sermon Series “Belief and Faith Coming Together” Week One – “Beliefs as Boundaries” Pastor john Bright – delivered 7/14/19 Revelation 2:12-17 “12 “And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write,‘These things says He who has the sharp two-edged sword: 13 “I know your works, and where you dwell, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Hebrews 11:1, 1 Corinthians 2:4-5, Acts 16:30-31, Romans 10:11-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Standing For Christ In A Fallen World Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 23, 2022

There is a sense we are all like the Church at Pergamum living where Satan has his throne. We are all in this fallen world where Satan has his throne. You must Stand for Christ in this fallen world.

Message to the Church in Pergamum, Revelation 2:12-17 Pergamum is the third church of the seven churches in Christ’s messages to the churches that John saw in his revelation while on the Island of Patmos. We find that Jesus Christ walks among the churches. He observes and evaluates the churches. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Pergamum: The Compromising Church Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

The apostle John is asked by the resurrected and victorious Christ to write to the seven churches of Asia, a message that, although directed to specific churches, applies to the church universal.

A. Revelation 2:12- “To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: These are the words of Him who has the sharp, double-edged sword.” 1. When the GLORIFIED Christ first appeared to John, the apostle said that He had a “sharp double- edged sword protruding from His mouth”- Revelation ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon # 1 - A People Set Apart For God Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 11, 2024

We as a church are the ‘Ekklesia’ set apart for the Lord. Let us understand how we can be those called apart people who can take a stand for the Lord and not compromise with the world.

We read in Matthew 16:18, “And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”(ESV) Jesus Christ said that He will build His church on the rock. Often people perceive that church is a building, and hence the first picture ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, Revelation 2:14, Revelation 2:16, Numbers 23:9, Deuteronomy 33:28, Genesis 6:5, Genesis 6:9, Matthew 24:37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Seven Churches-Pergamum Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Dec 27, 2025

Pergamum was the third in the series of the Seven Churches. This church had a few problems, but the Lord had words of comfort for them.

The Seven Churches-Pergamum Introduction: The first two churches mentioned in Revelation 2—Ephesus and Smyrna—were both located near the sea (at least in the time John wrote this book). With Pergamos/Pergamum, the locations become more inland. There are several commentaries and other resources ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

To Be One Means?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 7, 2021

What does it mean to you to be a Christian? Ask yourself, what do you believe in God. in Jesus, and in the church? Take a moment to do a self-evaluation of yourself

To Be One Means? Revelation 2:12-17 Michael H. Koplitz This letter to the church at Pergamum is just full of symbolism. Now that we have been examining the book of the Revelation, you were probably ready for me to say this. So let’s take a look at the symbolism in this short letter. First, he who ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The 7 Churches Of Revelation (Part 1) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 9, 2023

Today we will begin our examination of the 7 churches of Revelation, and each of these churches has a very specific letter given to it. Although sometimes subtle, there is a very common theme to each letter: a church that allows the world to influence it is NOT being faithful to Jesus Christ.

Alpha and Omega, Part 26, Revelation Part 3 The 7 Churches of Revelation (Part 1) Revelation 2:1-29 Introduction - Today we will begin our examination of the 7 churches of Revelation -- Each of these churches has a very specific letter given to it -- Although sometimes subtle, there is a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-29, John 15:12, Matthew 3:2, Revelation 20:14, John 6:32-33, Romans 2:16, John 15:19, Matthew 7:2, Acts 3:19, Revelation 22:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"white Stones And New Names" Series

Contributed by John Huyser on Jul 18, 2023

These are two of the salvific prizes pledged by Christ to believers in Pergamum being true to the Spirit’s call to resist the throne of Satan in their midst. (Please let me know if God used this message)

Title Slide From across the street, my friend, Randy, made a beeline at full sprint for my front door one summer day. We were about ten years old at the time. Breathless by the time he ran up our steps and rang the doorbell, excitedly he told me he had found treasure. In his hand was a white ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Commitment Leads To Contentment Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 20, 2023

This is a sermon on Pergamos - it is a sermon that deals with our call, our character and our commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17; Matthew 4:1-11 Title: Commitment leads to contentment Theme: Commitment INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! One of the greatest leaders of the past century was Sir Winston Churchill. Churchill served as the Prime Minister of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Matthew 4:1-11, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Luke 9:23, Philippians 3:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Seven Churches Of Asia Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 8, 2023

Study #1: This introduction contains and quick overview of The Seven Churches of Asia, showing how they represent periods of time in the church age, culminating with the present day; thus showing that we are nearing the end.

NOTE: This Bible study on the end times comes from the perspective of a pre-tribulation Rapture. Introduction Throughout history people have found Revelation to be a confusing book, and some have even said that it is completely useless. So, why in the world should we study Revelation? Turn ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-29, Revelation 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Warning About Deceivers, Would Your Thoughts Or Actions Cause A Donkey To Stop. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 11, 2024

The story of Balaam and his donkey, a bit of further explanation from Jesus. Sexual sin is destructive, are we the Church addressing it? True salvation and sanctification is a result of repentance.

A warning about Deceivers, would your thoughts and actions cause a donkey to stop. Numbers 22 is an interesting chapter of scripture, in fact it’s a bit obscure and leaves us with a few questions, an important one gets answered by Jesus on the Island of Patmos, hold onto that thought. It also ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:15, Revelation 2:14, Numbers 25:1-3, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Corinthians 5:15, Numbers 22:1-41, Jude 1:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army