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.

John receives instruction to write down this book while he's worshiping in exile.

While the message originates from Jesus, John takes the chance to greet his readers and extend to them a reminder of the Gospel.

Breaking from tradition, John introduces not himself, but Jesus Christ.