E/pistle

With not much to speak of regarding the strengths of the Church, Jesus warns them of their growing spiritual apathy while inviting them to return to fellowship with Him.

As Jesus warns the Church of an incoming trial for those who live in the world, He assures them of His protection.

Jesus greets the Church in Philadelphia by echoing much of what He said to the Church in Smyrna.

In spite of a rather dismal letter, Jesus encourages the Church in Sardis to repent, return to Him, and to hold fast to the Gospel.

As this church grapples with an unidentified Jezebel of a prophetess, Jesus commends them for their faith, love, endurance, and service.

The Church in Pergamum is encouraged by their holding fast to Christ in the midst of persecution, but is reprimanded because of their lack of discernment regarding the Nicolaitans.

In light of upcoming persecution and hardships, Jesus encourages the Church that He sees, knows them, and for them to remain faithful.

Jesus encourages the Ephesians in their discernment, but warns against their loss of love.

Time to catch our breath and recap Revelation 1 before we get into the letters to the seven Churches.

As John recovers from his initial shock, Jesus restates the work of recording the revelation he's about to receive.