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
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Chris began preaching and pastoring at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Buford, Georgia, in 1994. He and his wife, Elizabeth, have been blessed with 5 children and four grandchildren. Chris continues to preach, write, and pastor at Covenant Presbyterian.