Revelation 2:1-3 - Ephesus, Outwardly a Great Church

Pastor Mike Impact Ministries · Feb 14, 2022 · 5m

The first letter John wrote was to the church of Ephesus. This was a church that he knew quiet well since he at one time had pastored this church. This church was founded by the Apostle Paul (Acts 19-20). We need to remember also, that even though John is writing this letter, it is a message from the Lord Jesus Christ, “These things says He…..” (v. 1). If you would have visited this church, you definitely would have wanted to join it. Outwardly, it was a great church in so many ways.

That is why the Lord first graciously speaks words of approval and words of commendation (vv. 2-3, 6)! To…