Words that define the Christian Life

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Words that define the Christian Life 1. Hope 2. Purpose 3. Tribulation “The suffering, the persecution, the trials that are the result of a commitment to Christ”

Smyrna – Suffering while you Serve I. The Church 1. The City of Smyrna -A beautiful city -A center of science and medicine -A hotbed for emperor worship 2. The Church at Smyrna -They were hard working -They were doing it right

God’s Letter to the Church at Ephesus II. The Challenge 1. Tribulation 2. Poverty 3. Satanic Attacks

God’s Letter to the Church at Ephesus III. The Charge 1. Don’t be afraid of the tribulation 2. The tribulation won’t last

God’s Letter to the Church at Ephesus IV. The Reward “Remain Faithful” 1. The Crown of Life 2. Eternal Life