While Ephesus embodied the loveless church, Smyrna stands as the church that endured persecution. Remarkably, Jesus offered only words of encouragement to Smyrna. But why this divergence? Persecution is a haunting concern for many Christians, and rightly so. What exactly constitutes persecution, and how can believers navigate it in a manner that reflects honour upon God? This week, in the newest segment of our series, 'From Patmos to Present: A Vision of the VII Churches,' we delve into the church at Smyrna, grappling with these questions and more.