Table Talk (E73): Behind the Curtain: A Study of Revelation Week Three

The letters to the seven churches in Revelation chapters 2 and 3 contain direct words from the risen Christ to His people. Jesus follows a consistent pattern of affirming what churches do well before addressing areas needing correction. These churches didn't start compromised but gradually drifted through small compromises that led to losing their first love, tolerating idolatry, or becoming lukewarm. Jesus' correction comes from love, not rejection, showing He hasn't given up on His people. Both churches and individual believers need regular self-examination to identify strengths and areas for growth, responding to His loving correction with trust and renewed commitment.