Pergamum–The Message
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In this lesson we begin our study of the Master’s message to Pergamum. This city was known for its wickedness. They worshiped the emperor and four other pagan cults. One of these pagan gods was in the shape of a serpent. The Lord revealed that the source of wickedness in this place came from the throne of the evil one. This city-church had been established in the midst of a spiritual “snake pit”; they were under attack from the “vipers of hell.” Here is an excerpt from the video transcript to encourage you to watch the video.
John was overwhelmed when he saw the Lord in His glorified body. He gave a detailed description of what he saw. “He held seven stars in his right hand, and a sharp two-edged sword came from his mouth. And his face was like the sun in all its brilliance” (Revelation 1:16, NLT). The Lord Jesus used the image of the sharp two-edged sword in His opening address to the Pergamum church to make a very specific point. “God means what he says. What he says goes. His powerful Word is sharp as a surgeon’s scalpel, cutting through everything, whether doubt or defense, laying us open to listen and obey. Nothing and no one is impervious to God’s Word. We can’t get away from it—no matter what” (Hebrews 4:12-13, MSG). The powerful, two-edged sword of the Word of God cuts going in and coming out. It divides between the soul and the spirit, and it exposes our innermost thoughts and desires.
The Head of the Church put the Pergamum Christians on notice that He came wielding the Sword of His Spirit from His position of power. The truth of His message was unchallengeable for His judgment is true and accurate. Even their innermost thoughts and desires were exposed by the words of this message. The true spiritual heart condition of the Pergamum church (individually and corporately) would be laid bare by His surgeon’s scalpel. There is nowhere to hide from the thrust of His sword.
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In addition, I hope you will use the references below the video as a jumping off point for your personal study. The Spirit will guide you and lead you.
Blessings & Courage in Jesus’ name.
Mary