What Does Jesus Think Of The Church

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What Does Jesus Think Of The Church (Smyrna) – Revelation 2:8-11

As we have considered what Jesus thinks of the church… We’ve seen a church that had lost its 1st love. (Revelation 2:1-7) The church at Ephesus was told by the Lord to repent - or else. These letters aren’t just a history lesson! Today we will continue considering what Jesus thinks of the church by looking to the church in Smyrna.

What Does Jesus Think of the Church? (Revelation 2:8-11) Salutation; Self-Designation (2:8) Commendation (2:9) (No Condemnation for this church) A Warning, not “against” them(2:10) Exhortation and Promise (2:11)

He Who Has An Ear Smyrna is a church that is passing through martyrdom, & this would apply to many churches throughout the Roman empire. We can learn a lot from Jesus’ words to this church that received no condemnations from the Lord.

“He Who Has An Ear” – Revelation 2:8-11 We can find comfort in the resurrection of the Lord, and what that means for us. The Lord observes and notes our works… our troubles And He assures us of the true riches in Him. We’ve been reminded that one of the true measures of faith – is that we will not allow fear to stop us. Tribulations are but for a time If you remain faithful unto death, the Lord will give you a crown of life. This message is for us, just as much as it was for the brethren in Smyrna. Those who overcome shall not be hurt by the 2nd death!