Revelation: Seven Churches

Revelation: Seven Churches by ric Gustafson


Starting in Revelation 2 and ending in Revelation 3, a letter was dictated to seven churches in Asia Minor through the Apostle John. Let us look at each one.

1. The Church in Ephesus-  Revelation 2: 1-7 describes this church as hardworking and persevering. They had endured great hardships for Jesus and over time their service for Christ had replaced their love for Jesus.
2. The Church in Smyrna- Revelation 2: 8-11 describes this church as suffering under Rome. Jesus did not say anything negative about this church. This church persevered under intense hardship.
3. The Church in Pergamum- Revelation 2: 12-17 describes this church as being surrounded by Satan's influences. The Christians there did not deny their faith. This church did need to repent or suffer the judgment of Jesus.
4. The Church in Thyatira- Revelation 2: 18-29 describes this church as steep in sexual immorality. He warned this church that there were judgments for sin and rewards for faithfulness.
5. The Church in Sardis- Revelation 3: 1-6 describes this church as alive but spiritually dead. This church was letting the truth slip through their fingers. This church was told to hold fast and repent. They were also given a promise of eternal blessings.
6. The Church in Philadelphia- Revelation 3: 7-13 describes this church as faithful to the name and Word of Jesus. He promised this church that he would keep them from the hour of trial.
7. The Church in Laodicea- Revelation 3: 14-22 describes this church as lukewarm. Jesus was at their door knocking but not invited in.


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