Last week, we took a look at Jesus’ message to the Church of Smyrna. We learned that Jesus had no rebuke for this church. They didn’t turn to the right or the left as they experienced persecution. Jesus lovingly encouraged them as He promised them eternal life. Today, we will look at the Church of Pergamum. It was called by many: “The greatest city in Asia Minor.” Pergamum was roughly 100 miles north of Ephesus, and it was located about 15 miles inland from the Aegean Sea. The city boasted a massive library of over 200,000 handwritten volumes that was only second to the library in Alexandria.
The Church of Pergamum didn’t fall victim to the emperor worship that plagued the land, but they did compromise in their actions. Those who were neither eating the food sacrificed to dole nor partaking in sexual immorality compromised by allowing sin in the church.
Our message is titled: “The Church of Pergamum.”
Our points will be:
- Jesus Knows Our Temptations
- Jesus Knows Where We Compromise
- Jesus Calls Us to Repentance
Main Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17
Supporting Texts: Hebrews 4:15, Hebrews 2:14-18, Romans 1:16, 2 Corinthians 4:6, Matthew 5:14-16, Galatians 5:9, Numbers 24:25, Numbers 25:1-3, 1 Corinthians 15:33, Isaiah 1:18, Romans 2:4, Matthew 18:15-17, Exodus 16:32, Hebrews 9:3-4, John 6:48, Acts 26:20, 1 Corinthians 10:13
Diving Deeper. After listening to today's message, consider asking yourself the following questions:
- What is your biggest temptation?
- Do you compromise on this temptation and sin? Explain.
- If we know the Truth, why do we compromise?
- Define Repentance.
- Why is it hard to repent?
- How can we encourage others to repent?
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