Christ knows and observes their state; though in heaven, yet he walks in the midst of his churches on earth, observing what is wrong in them, and what they want. Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent. And though we must show all meekness to all men, yet we must show just zeal against their sins. Christ brings day with him into the soul, the light of grace and of glory, in the presence and enjoyment of him their Lord and Saviour. 25 But that which ye have already hold fast till I come. 12 And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges; 13 I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even where Satan's seat is: and thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my faith, even in those days wherein Antipas was my faithful martyr, who was slain among you, where Satan dwelleth. King James Version (KJV). And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of … Revelation 1:16 And he had in his right hand seven stars: and out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword: and his countenance was as the sun shineth in his strength. 7 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the paradise of God. (C)2 I know your deeds,(D)your hard work and your perseverance. Yet this church connived at some wicked seducers. King James Version Update. It is dangerous to despise the mystery of God, and as dangerous to receive the mysteries of Satan. 14 But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication. Christ keeps an account of every hour's work his servants do for him, and their labour shall not be in vain in the Lord. As this First and Last, who was dead and is alive, is the believer's Brother and Friend, he must be rich in the deepest poverty, honourable amidst the lowest abasement, and happy under the heaviest tribulation, like the church of Smyrna. 25 But that which ye have already hold fast till I come. It turns and cuts every way; but the believer need not fear this sword; yet this confidence cannot be supported without steady obedience. 6 But this thou hast, that thou hatest the deeds of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate. Christ is displeased with his people, when he sees them grow remiss and cold toward him. 26 And he that overcometh, and keepeth my works unto the end, to him will I give power over the nations: 27 And he shall rule them with a rod of iron; as the vessels of a potter shall they be broken to shivers: even as I received of my Father. 1:6 “I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that you cannot bear those who are evil. 1 Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks; 2 I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are evil: and thou hast tried them which say they are apostles, and are not, and hast found them liars: 3 And hast borne, and hast patience, and for my name's sake hast laboured, and hast not fainted. And # John 6:6; 1 John 4:1 you have tested those # 2 Cor. 22 Behold, I will cast her into a bed, and them that commit adultery with her into great tribulation, except they repent of their deeds. 24 But unto you I say, and unto the rest in Thyatira, as many as have not this doctrine, and which have not known the depths of Satan, as they speak; I will put upon you none other burden. Epistles to the churches in Asia, with warnings and encouragements, To the church at Ephesus; (1-7) at Smyrna; (8-11) at Pergamos; (12-17) and at Thyatira. Observe, the sureness of the reward; "I will give thee:" they shall have the reward from Christ's own hand. Outside of the United Kingdom, the KJV is in the public domain. ‘These things says # Rev. Here is praise of the ministry and people of Thyatira, by One who knew the principles from which they acted. 24 But unto you I say, and unto the rest in Thyatira, as many as have not this doctrine, and which have not known the depths of Satan, as they speak; I will put upon you none other burden. 10 Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. This chapter covers the church in Ephesus, Smrna, Pergamum, and Thyatira. He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death. Encouraging mention is made of what was good among them. What did Jesus say that the church of Ephesus lost? Revelation 2:29 Context. 6 But this thou hast, that thou hatest the deeds of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate. Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in … This is a figurative expression, taken from the account of the garden of Eden, denoting the pure, satisfactory, and eternal joys of heaven; and the looking forward to them in this world, by faith, communion with Christ, and the consolations of the Holy Spirit. Revelation 2:2-5 King James Version (KJV). This is hidden from the rest of the world. But it is not enough that we are diligent; there must be bearing patience, and there must be waiting patience. Repentance is the duty of churches and bodies of men, as well as of particular persons; those who sin together, should repent together. 29 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches. The new name is the name of adoption; when the Holy Spirit shows his own work in the believer's soul, this new name and its real import are understood by him.18-29 Even when the Lord knows the works of his people to be wrought in love, faith, zeal, and patience; yet if his eyes, which are as a flame of fire, observe them committing or allowing what is evil, he will rebuke, correct, or punish them. Sign up here! The church of Ephesus is commended for diligence in duty. Repent; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will fight against them with the sword of my mouth. So hast thou also them that hold the doctrine of the Nicolaitans, which thing I hate. He is the Last, for he will be the Judge of all. Fear none of these things; not only forbid slavish fear, but subdue it, furnishing the soul with strength and courage. 3 of the churches receive a strong rebuke for the things they are doing wrong (mostly false teachings). 29 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches. And I will kill her children with death; and all the churches shall know that I am he which searcheth the reins and hearts: and I will give unto every one of you according to your works. The introduction is taken out of Re 1:17,18. 14 But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication. 16 Repent; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will fight against them with the sword of my mouth. Looking for a fundamental understanding of the Bible? And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges; I know thy works, and where thou dwellest. All who persevere, shall derive from Christ, as the Tree of life, perfection and confirmation in holiness and happiness, not in the earthly paradise, but in the heavenly. 5 Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent. If a man is kept from the second death and wrath to come, he may patiently endure whatever he meets with in this world.12-17 The word of God is a sword, able to slay both sin and sinners. 12 And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges; 13 I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even where Satan's seat is: and thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my faith, even in those days wherein Antipas was my faithful martyr, who was slain among you, where Satan dwelleth. Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write; These things saith he that holdeth the seven stars in … 5 Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent. They must endeavour to recover their first zeal, tenderness, and seriousness, and must pray as earnestly, and watch as diligently, as when they first set out in the ways of God. They must repent: they must be grieved and ashamed for their sinful declining, and humbly confess it in the sight of God. Indifference as to truth and error, good and evil, may be called charity and meekness, but it is not so; and it is displeasing to Christ. This summary of the book of Revelation provides information about the title, author(s), date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the Book of Revelation. 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"To the angel of the church of Ephesus write,'These things says He who holds the seven stars in His … 2 I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience, and how thou canst not bear them which are evil: and thou hast tried them which say they are apostles, and are not, and hast found them liars: 3 And hast borne, and hast patience, and for my name's sake hast laboured, and hast not fainted. 16 Repent; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will fight against them with the sword of my mouth. Revelation 2:9 Context. Christ arms against coming troubles. In the first chapter of Revelation, John introduced his reason for writing: a direct command from Jesus Christ. All Christians should earnestly desire that their last works may be their best works. 7 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the paradise of God. 17 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it. 8 And unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These things saith the first and the last, which … 23 And I will kill her children with death; and all the churches shall know that I am he which searcheth the reins and hearts: and I will give unto every one of you according to your works. 1:13 who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: 2 # Ps. Christ commends their stedfastness, but reproves their sinful failures. Font Size. Revelation 2:2. There is promise of an ample reward to the persevering, victorious believer; also knowledge and wisdom, suitable to their power and dominion. And I gave her space to repent of her fornication; and she repented not. He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the paradise of God. Revelation 2:18-29 KJV And unto the angel of the church in Thyatira write; These things saith the Son of God, who hath his eyes like unto a flame of fire, and his feet are like fine brass; I know thy works, and charity, and service, and faith, and thy patience, and thy works; and the last to be more than the first. He was instructed to record Jesus' words, aimed at each of seven churches in Asia Minor, and to faithfully record them. 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