The Seven Churches: Revelations (Chapters 2–3)

[0:00]The Seven Churches, chapters two and three, reveal the spiritual condition of believers. Jesus writes seven personal letters to seven real churches. Each one reflects a spiritual condition that still exists today. Ephesus was faithful, but had lost love. Smyrna was persecuted, but faithful. Pergamum was compromising truth. Thyra was tolerating corruption. Sardis was appearing alive, but spiritually dead. Philadelphia was weak, but obedient. Laodicea was comfortable, but lukewarm. Jesus does not speak harshly without hope. Every correction is followed by a promise. Revelation reminds us that before God judges the world, He refines His church.