The Church Confronted And Comforted Revelation 2:1–11

“Churches are like people. No two are alike. Each has its own personality ... size and shape ... strength and weakness,” wrote Steven Lawson.* This is evident when reading Christ’s letters to the seven churches in Revelation. Each letter is tailored to speak to the need of the church addressed. “While John was on the isle of Patmos, Christ commanded him to record seven messages to speci