“The Holy, Catholic Church” — Excursus

Jesus' messages to the churches in Revelation should cause us to reflect on the state of our own local churches. . . . Revelation 2:1-3:22.

“Accept My discipline,” Jesus counsels

Jesus’ message to the church at Laodicea. . . . Revelation 3:14-22.

“I love you,” Jesus promises

Jesus’ message to the church at Philadelphia. . . . Revelation 3:7-13.

“Wake up!” Jesus screams

Jesus’ message to the church at Sardis. . . . Revelation 3:1-6.

“Purify yourselves,” Jesus commands

Jesus’ message to the church at Thyatira. . . . Revelation 2:18-29.

“Stop compromising,” Jesus begs

Jesus’ message to the church at Pergamum. . . . Revelation 2:12-17.

“Keep the faith!” Jesus encourages

Jesus’ message to the church at Smyrna. . . . Revelation 2:8-11.

“Do you love ME?” Jesus asks

Jesus’ message to the church at Ephesus. . . . Revelation 2:1-7.