It’s fascinating to study John’s assessment of the churches of his time. We can learn so much from his insights.  Pergamum’s culture was pluralistic and residents could worship any god they chose — as long [...]

But I have a few things against you: You have some people there who follow the teaching of Balaam, who instructed Balak to put a stumbling block before the people of Israel so they would [...]

Pagan Altar/Throne from Pergamum reassembled in Germany museum “To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: These are the words of him who has the sharp, double-edged sword. I know where you live—where [...]

Sermon Conversations with Alex and Aaron There’s only so much we can cover in a Sunday morning gathering! Each week, you’re invited to tune into our LIVE podcast at 11 am on Thursdays – recorded [...]

This week, we tackle Revelation 2:8-11. Today, we shine a particular spotlight on the “synagogue of Satan” in an attempt to understand Jesus’ references to it twice in Revelation. First, to the church in Smyrna, [...]

Readers of Revelation have often looked for keys that could unlock the meaning of current events or decode what might happen in the future. However, when we examine John’s letter to seven churches, we find [...]

I can hear the sound of sandals sliding over sand and grit — intent on delivering a dangerous message to Smyrna. These days, we may have it delivered silently to our email inbox.  Others [...]

To the Church in Smyrna “To the angel of the church in Smyrna write: These are the words of him who is the First and the Last, who died and came to life again. [...]

Sermon Conversations with Alex and Aaron There’s only so much we can cover in a Sunday morning gathering! Each week, you’re invited to tune into our LIVE podcast at 11 am on Thursdays – recorded [...]

Paul speaking to the church in Ephesus: This is a church in utter persecution from every side.  John is delivering a message of hope and comfort to stay the course...but there’s a twist: “You [...]