Letters to the Seven Churches

While in exile on the Island of Patmos, the Apostle John recorded the final book of the Bible, Revelation. It was the revelation John received directly from the Lord Jesus. In chapters two and three, we read how Christ directed John to deliver messages to seven churches existing at that time. These churches were located in the cities of Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamos, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. The selected churches were representative of all the churches that existed at that time. They also are representative of and speak to our churches today. The letters contain powerful warnings and rich encouragements to churches throughout the world, then and now. In this series, Reverend William Macleod examines each of Christ’s direct and challenging messages to the churches. This series aims to provide meaningful insight, correction, and encouragement benefiting both individual believers and churches worldwide.

Christ introduces himself as “He which hath the sharp sword with two edges.” He praises this church for their faithfulness in persecution, and that there were good works and diligence among them, and encourages them to hold fast to the end. But he also warns there were some among them teaching false doctrine and promoting immorality. He calls them to repent, and promises great blessings in heaven for those who overcome sin in this world.

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