Pergamum: Do Not Compromise!

Pergamum: Do Not Compromise! (Revelation 2:12-17)

1. Introduction

2. Jesus Commends the Church in Pergamum (13)
   a. He knows their dwelling is where Satan’s throne is
   b. He knows their faithfulness: they hold fast His name even through tribulation

3. Jesus Confronts the Church in Pergamum (14-16)
   a. Their failure: lack of discipline
   i. Some hold the teaching of Balaam (14)
   1. Eating food sacrificed to idols
   2. Practicing sexual immorality
   ii. Some hold the teaching of the Nicolaitans (15)
   b. Jesus’ command: repent (16)
   c. Jesus’ threat:
   i. He bears the sharp two-edged sword (12)
   ii. He will not hesitate to come and use it (16)

4. Jesus Comforts the Church in Pergamum (17)
   a. The hidden manna
   b. The white stone

5. Conclusion