There is this growing intolerance of the truths of God’s Word, and growing persecution of those who cling to these truths. It was in this type of culture and conflict that Jesus is addressing the church at Smyrna. The motto of the Marine Corps is “Semper Fi”, short...
Revelation 2 / April 29th, 2018 / Dr. Todd Gray The believers in Smyrna were being persecuted for their faith and knew more persecution was coming. Their obedience cost them everything. When it looked the bleakest, they needed to be fueled by the reminder that Jesus...
Suffering and trials can blindside you. Jesus taught that those who follow Him should expect to suffer. By preparing for it in advance, we can deal with it more quickly when it does hit us.
