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  • Adam Deibert avatar

    Hold Fast Thy Crown Series

    Contributed by Adam Deibert on May 7, 2004
    based on 106 ratings
     | 35,122 views

    The church of Smyrna shows us today how to live a victorious Christian life in the face of persecution and trial.

    It has been said that there have been more Christian martyrs in recent years than there were during the time of the Caesars. According to a study done by Regent University, in 1999, nearly 164’000 Christians worldwide were martyred for their faith, and in 2000 that number was closer to 165’000. ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Hold Fast Series

    Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 25, 2020
     | 2,476 views

    the message or prophecy (Revelation 1:3) from Jesus Christ through John the disciple to the Church of Smyrna

    ** the message or prophecy (Revelation 1:3) from Jesus Christ through John the disciple to the Church of Smyrna __Smyrna was a seaport city about 35 miles north of Ephesus __Today it is called Izmir, Turkey __Presumably, this church was founded during Paul’s ministry in Ephesus (Acts 19:10) __ ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • David Welch avatar

    Suffering And Tribulation Pt 1 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018
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     | 6,057 views

    Fifth in a series from Revelation dealing with Smyrna the suffering Church

    The Revelation of Jesus Christ “Suffering for Jesus - 1” Review John wrote this book under direct orders from Jesus. Jesus appeared to him and commissioned him to write what he saw, what was and what was about to take place. This forms the outline of the book. John wrote during a time of severe ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Alfred Beck avatar

    Dear Confused Series

    Contributed by Alfred Beck on Sep 10, 2015
     | 5,760 views

    Letter to the Church at Pergamum

    Dear Confused Jeremiah 2:1-5 Rev.2:12-17 We are in week three of our series on the book of Revelation and more specifically, Jesus’ letters to His Bride, the church. And each of the seven letters is different because each of the churches’ circumstances and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Allen James avatar

    Faithful Unto Death Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Sep 29, 2011
     | 8,148 views

    Part 2 of 7 in our summer series exploring the letters to the 7 churches in Revelation 2-3. Today's message takes a deeper look at the testimony of the church at Smyrna.

    INTRODUCTION: The majority of Americans know very little about SUFFERING for the FAITH. The letter to the church at Smyrna is a reminder that God does not simply offer His ADVICE. God offers His COMPANIONSHIP. about Smyrna... Only one of the seven cities still in existence (modern Izmir, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kelvin McKisic avatar

    Strength In Times Of Trouble

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Sep 22, 2024
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    This sermon encourages believers to persevere through trials, hold onto God's promises, and find strength in faith, using Revelation 2:8-11 as a guide.

    Welcome, cherished family of faith, to our gathering today. It's a joy to see each one of you here, gathered in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our lives, interwoven in the tapestry of God's grand design, have led us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Such avatar

    The Suffering Church Series

    Contributed by Jeff Such on Mar 7, 2011
     | 4,274 views

    A closer look at the 7 Churches found in the Book of Revelation and what it means for the church today.

    The Suffering Church The 7 Churches of Revelation January 22nd & 23rd Today we continue our series on the 7 Churches of Revelation. Let’s look at Christ’s message to the church at Smyrna. Background: The Smyrna church was 40 miles north of Ephesus. It was called a city of rare ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jim Dillinger avatar

    The Crowned Church Series

    Contributed by Jim Dillinger on Jun 5, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,219 views

    Smyrna

    Smyrna: The Crowned Church Rev 2:8-11 Herman Lange, a German Christian who was executed by the Nazis during World War II. In his cell on the night before he was to be killed, Lange wrote a note to his parents. He said two feelings occupied his mind: "I am, first, in a joyous mood, and second, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Three Weights Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 10, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,355 views

    Preaching on Smyrna, the persecuted church and how it matters for us today.

    Three Weights- Smyrna 7 Church’s of Revelation Series CCCAG 8-11-24 -Scripture- Rev 2:8-11 Introduction- Brief overview of 7 Churches Location/ trade routes Smryna- One of the best sea ports in the ancient world, particularly in the Mediterranean sea. It had direct access to Athens, Greece, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wesley Bishop avatar

    Comfort For Difficult Times Series

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Apr 25, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 6,691 views

    This is on the Letter to Smyrna.

    This is the only mention in the Bible about the Church of Smyrna. Smyrna was very close to Ephesus, which we looked at last week. Paul likely started the church while he was in Ephesus for three years. Acts 19:10 says, “This continued for two years, so that all the residents of Asia heard the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Tim Byrd avatar

    A Message To The Persecuted Church Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 18, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,303 views

    Week 5 in a Wednesday evening study in Revelation

    WEEK 5 “A Message To The Persecuted Church” Date: June 26,2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Revelation 2: 8-11 Introduction We continue our study in Revelation tonight in chapter 2: 8-11, the 2nd letter to the churches in Asia (modern day Turkey). This letter is specifically directed to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Smyrna: Some Things Money Cannot Buy Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 19, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,902 views

    Money may actually distract us from Kingdom priorities. Some things money cannot buy are compassion for the needy, passion for the lost, and love for one another.

    I begin this morning with an invocation from my favorite poet, the bard of Baltimore, Ogden Nash, who addressed our favorite god in prayer: “Oh, money, money, money; some may think thee holy. But I cannot figure out how thou goest out so fast and how thou comest in so slowly.” Ogden Nash, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Martin Holland avatar

    The World In The Church

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 18, 2012
     | 2,469 views

    This church instead of impacting the world the world had an impact on it. Sadly to say this appears to be much like today.

    The World in the Church Revelation 2:12-17 We are about to study the third Church in which the Lord writes. The Church of Ephesus was challenged to fall in love with Him again and the Church of Smyrna was praise for their faithful in the mist of persecution. They were poor by the world’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    The Church At Philadelphia Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 17, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,719 views

    The door of evangelism was wide open to them and they did God's will. They obeyed His will. There was no condemnation uttered for this church. There was only an admonition to hold fast what they had.

    I. Introduction A. Quick review of the 5 previous churches 1. The church at Ephesus a. The church at Ephesus was commended for (1) Hard work and perseverance (2) For its stand against heresy (3) For enduring hardships for Christ's name (4) And for hating the practices ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Transformed By Truth: Lessons From The Seven Churches Of Revelation 2:1–3:22 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 27, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,025 views

    May these lessons from the seven churches of Revelation inspire us to pursue wholehearted devotion to Christ and faithful obedience to His Word. Let us be transformed by the truth and live as faithful witnesses in the world.

    Transformed by Truth: Lessons from the Seven Churches of Revelation 2:1–3:22 Introduction: Today, we embark on a profound exploration of the messages delivered to the seven churches in Revelation chapters 2 and 3. These messages, addressed by Christ Himself through the apostle John, offer timeless ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal