At Smyrna there is no reprimand, but a very strong warning. As we enter the Church at Symrna we hear Jesus identify Himself. He is the First and the Last, was dead and is alive; the Lord always sees the work we do for Him. The witness we are for Him; the good and the right things we accomplish...we must never forget He also sees our tribulation: something that causes great trouble or suffering in life. And when there is lack, He also sees our hardships. We know these things, but when trouble knocks at our door we need to be reminded that God sees everything!