The scripture explains that we can have peace even in unpeaceful times.

The dead church.

Paul drives home the fact of "saved through" grace and not of works.

Paul explains that you can't work your way into God's favor, it is by His grace that you are saved.

Paul reminds us to put on the full armor and stand firm against evil.

As we begin to move from the description of how God's wrath comes to be, and we repent from our own depravity, then we can begin to conform to God's righteousness.

The church is commended for their love and faith, service and perseverance, but they tolerate Jezebel!

Don't be a good Christian on the outside and worldly on the inside!

Paul reminds the church to not judge others for sins they are committing themselves.