Pergamum: A Church Where Satan Had His Throne

The Book of Revelation: Pergamum: A Church Where Satan Had His Throne
Revelation 2:12-17
Rev. Chris Strevel

I. Christ Opposes Satan with the Sword of His Mouth (v. 12)
A. The City and Its Emperor Worship
B. The Church and Its Challenge
C. Clash Inevitable: Christ and His Sword

II. Christ Commends His Church in Pergamum (v. 13)
A. Works Especially Commendable when Costly
B. Confessing Christ before Satan's Throne
C. Did Not Deny My Faith When Blood Flowed

III. Christ Condemns the Compromising Minority (vv. 14-16)
A. Only a Few, but the Majority Must Act Decisively
B. Balaamites and Nicolaitans: Idolatry and Immorality
C. Repent or Face My Sword
D. The Same Evil Working Today and Must Not Be Tolerated

IV. If We Will Hear Christ's Word (v. 17)
A. Hidden Manna – Heaven's Food
B. White Stone with a New Name – Heaven's Dominion