Our weekday Bible study has been discussing the book of Revelation. We've just finished chapters two and three, in which Jesus commends and admonishes seven churches. Most of the churches receive some criticism. What were they doing wrong? Well ....
- False teaching
- Compromising with the culture
- Tolerating immorality
- Self-righteousness
- Lack of zeal
- Hypocrisy
You get the idea. These are the same problems that still exist in the church today, and so the message is for all of us. When we see these issues in our own congregations, we must recognize our failings, repent and work to correct them.
The good news is this -- Christ also recognizes that despite all the evidence of corruption, there are members in every church who remain faithful. These folks are commended and promised a reward. Let's each strive to be in that number.
"I am coming soon. Hold on to what you have, so that no one will take your crown." Rev. 3:11
For more about churches see:
A Praying Church by Paul E. Miller– Book Review
What is a Church?
Rediscover Church by Collin Hansen and Jonathan Leeman–Book Review
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