The Doctrine of Balaam – Church of Pergamos Discussion Part 4

“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.” What is the doctrine of Balaam, and how does this apply today? These ThingsContinue reading “The Doctrine of Balaam – Church of Pergamos Discussion Part 4”

Satan’s Seat – Church of Pergamos Discussion Part 3

“I know where you dwell, even where Satan’s seat is.” Where is Satan’s seat, and what does it mean to dwell there? This is a reading and discussion of the online book, These Things Saith He. We are in the chapter that deals with the letter to the church of Pergamos. These Things Saith HeContinue reading “Satan’s Seat – Church of Pergamos Discussion Part 3”

The Word of God is a Sharp Sword – Churches of Revelation Pergamos Part 2

“The word of God is quick and powerful, sharper than any two-edged sword.” The Word of God tests and reveals all things, and it is better to face that now so that we might find grace and mercy rather than face the judgement. When Jesus returns, His word is as a sharp sword and asContinue reading “The Word of God is a Sharp Sword – Churches of Revelation Pergamos Part 2”

Scriptures for Smyrna – Smyrna Discussion Part 7

“It is given to us on behalf of Christ, not only to believe on Him, but to suffer for His sake.” This discussion considers several scriptures that support the lessons gained from the letter to the church in Smyrna (Revelation 2). Next, Pergamos. These Things Saith He Free Download

Applying Smyrna to Daily Life – Smyrna Discussion Part 6

“In the world you will have tribulation but be of good cheer. I have overcome the world.” How can we apply the lessons learned within the letter to the church of Smyrna to our daily Christian life? This is a continuation of the reading and discussion of the online book, These Things Saith He. TheseContinue reading “Applying Smyrna to Daily Life – Smyrna Discussion Part 6”

How Ministers Can Learn from Smyrna – Smyrna Discussion Part 5

How should ministers of Jesus apply the lessons gained from the letter to the church of Smyrna? This is a continuation of a reading and discussion of These Things Saith He, an online book that considers the letters to the churches of Revelation for the purpose of building up followers of Jesus Christ. These ThingsContinue reading “How Ministers Can Learn from Smyrna – Smyrna Discussion Part 5”

Not Hurt By The Second Death – Smyrna Discussion Part 4

“He that overcomes will not be hurt of the second death.” What is the second death, and how does the church of Smyrna overcome? This is a continued discussion of the letter to the church in Smyrna as discussed in the online book, These Things Saith He. These Things Saith He Free Download The NatureContinue reading “Not Hurt By The Second Death – Smyrna Discussion Part 4”

Fear Nothing You Will Suffer – Smyrna Discussion Part 3

“I know your works, tribulation, and poverty (but you are rich), and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Jews and are not, but are the Synagogue of Satan. Fear none of those things which you will suffer. The Devil shall cast some of you into prison that you may be triedContinue reading “Fear Nothing You Will Suffer – Smyrna Discussion Part 3”

Jesus is the First and the Last – Smyrna Discussion Part 1

“These things saith the first and the last.” Jesus is the first and the last, the greatest and the least. This discussion considers this attribute of Christ to inform our understanding of the letter to the church of Smyrna. These Things Saith He Free Download

Scripture for Ephesus – Ephesus Discussion Part 7

This is the final discussion on the church of Ephesus as described in These Things Saith He. This considers some additional scriptures that influenced the interpretation of the letter to this church as found in Revelation 2. Next, we begin looking at the church of Smyrna. These Things Saith He Free Download