Pastor Dustin teaches on the challenges encountered by the early Church in Pergamum, as written in Revelation 2:12-17. He delves in to the context of these verses, examining the dangers of syncretism and the teachings of the Nicolaitans. Pastor Dustin emphasizes the significance of Biblical discernment and the necessity of standing firm amidst intense persecution, while highlighting the promises of Jesus for those who remain steadfast in their faith. Thank you for listening!
“There’s no greater thing in the world than for us to reflect our Lord & Savior, Jesus, by being a faithful witness.”
Revelation 2:12-17
12 “And to the angel of the church in Pergamum write: ‘The words of him who has the sharp two-edged sword. 13 “‘I know where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. Yet you hold fast my name, and you did not deny my faith even in the days of Antipas my faithful witness, who was killed among you, where Satan dwells. 14 But I have a few things against you: you have some there who hold the teaching of Balaam, who taught Balak to put a stumbling block before the sons of Israel, so that they might eat food sacrificed to idols and practice sexual immorality. 15 So also you have some who hold the teaching of the Nicolaitans. 16 Therefore repent. If not, I will come to you soon and war against them with the sword of my mouth. 17 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who conquers I will give some of the hidden manna, and I will give him a white stone, with a new name written on the stone that no one knows except the one who receives it.’
English Standard Version