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Paul’s Warning to the Church in Ephesus
The Apostle Paul understood the problems that would arise in the church in Ephesus. He warned them about false teachers and encouraged them to...
Praise for the Church in Ephesus
In verse 3, Jesus commends the Ephesians for their hard work and perseverance:
"You have persevered and have endured hardships for my name, and have...
Churches Without Spiritual Impact
Unfortunately, there are many churches today that are like the one in Ephesus. These churches meet every week, singing hymns, saying creeds, and doing...
Smyrna The Church of Suffering
In Christian writings, Smyrna represents "suffering." In the letter to the church in Smyrna, Jesus told them that He knew their sufferings and poverty....
Pergamum The Religious City
In the King James Bible, this city is called Pergamos, but in Turkey, it is called Pergamum, and that is the correct spelling.
Period of...
Pergamum’s Great Library and Temples
Pergamum was not only famous for its great temples, but it also had the greatest library in the pagan world. The library had over...
The Temple and Houses in Sardis
The Temple of Artemis
The temple of Artemis in Sardis was one of the most impressive buildings in the city. It was likely started in...
Synagogue and Gymnasium-Bathhouse in Sardis
Overview of the Site
In Sardis, there are remains of a synagogue and a gymnasium-bathhouse that were partly rebuilt. These buildings date back to the...
The Marketplace in Ephesus
When the apostle John lived in Ephesus, the city had two main areas of activity. One was a government center on the hill to...
