A Chronological Account of Church History | Revelations Lesson 2
(….and the things that are) Chapter 2
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Introduction:
During the 1st century John (directed by the King of kings) writes seven letters to seven literal churches and these letters are as current as if they were written today. They offer a chronological account of church history and what Christ says to these churches is relevant in all times — especially the time in which we find ourselves today.
Letter to Ephesus — The Contemporary Church (2:1-7)
Background:
The Commendation: (2:2,3)
The Condemnation: (2:4)
The Challenge: (2:5)
The Charge (2:5)
The Conclusion (2:7)
Letter to Smyrna — The Condemned Church (2:8-11)
Background:
The Commendation: (Rev. 2: 9,10)
The Conditions:
Conclusion:
Letter to Pergamum: — The Compromising Church (12-17)
Background:
The Commendation: Rev. (2:13)
The Condemnation: Rev. (2:14,15)
Conclusion:
Letter to Thyatira – The Corrupt Church: (Rev. 2:18-29)
Background:
The Commendation: ( Rev. 2:19)
The Condemnation: (Rev.2:20)
Conclusion:
