Seven Churches of Revelation Flashcards
How does Jesus introduce Himself to the church of Ephesus?
He holds the 7 stars in His right hand. Walks in the midst of the 7 golden lampstands.
What does Jesus know about the church of Ephesus?
Knows their labor, patience, work, not putting up with evil, perseverance for His sake.
What is Jesus’ criticism for the church of Ephesus?
They have lost their first love.
What is Jesus’ encouragement, challenge, rebuke for the church of Ephesus?
Repent!
What is Jesus’ penalty/reward for the church of Ephesus?
Remove lampstand (church)
What is Jesus’ promise to the church of Ephesus? He who overcomes…
He will give them eternal life.
How does Jesus introduce Himself to the church of Smyrna?
Alpha&Omega, First and Last
What does Jesus know about the church of Smyrna?
They were suffering tribulation, they were persecuted, standing
What is Jesus’ criticism for the church of Smyrna?
He has none. One of the 2 He has none for.
What is Jesus’ correction/encouragement to the church of Smyrna?
Hang on
What is Jesus’ penalty/reward He gives to the church of Smyrna?
Warning, persecution to come.
What is Jesus’ promise to the church of Smyrna? He who overcomes…
They will receive the crown of life. No second death.
How does Jesus introduce Himself to the church of Pergamum?
He who holds the sharp, double edged sword.
What does Jesus know about the church of Pergamum?
Where they live by Satan’s throne, works, circumstances, remained true to their faith.
What is Jesus’ criticism for the church of Pergamum?
They have been led to sin, worshiped Balaam, etc.
What is Jesus’ correction/encouragement for the church of Pergamum.
Repent.
What is Jesus’ penalty/reward for the church of Pergamum.
If they disobey, He will come and fight with the sword of His mouth.
What is Jesus’ promise to the church of Pergamum? He who overcomes…
Receive the hidden manna, white stone with new name.
How does Jesus introduce Himself to the church of Thyatira?
Eyes like flame of fire, feet like bronze
What does Jesus know about the church of Thyatira?
Good works, love, service, patience, faith
How does Jesus criticize the church of Thyatira?
Allowed idolatry, false teachers. Jezebel, a false prophet, led them to sin.
What is Jesus’ correction/encouragement to the church of Thyatria?
Repent, hold on.
What is Jesus’ penalty/reward for the church of Thyatira?
If they disobey, He will cast them into a sick bed, great tribulation.