What's the Big Deal?
Revelation 2:18-29
- We are reminded of Jesus' eyes and feet. After reading the passage, why do you think these features of the Revelation 1 vision are relevant here?
- Remind yourselves of Jezebel's role in Israel's history by looking at 1 Kings 16:31, 21:25, and 2 Kings 9:7. In the last letter, Jesus referenced a different Old Testament foe in Balaam. How do you suppose these references are to shape the churche's life and doctrine?
- The key problem in this letter seems to be the church's toleration of false teaching and idolatrous practices. When, if ever, would you draw the line? How would you confront such a problem?
- Jesus offers authority to rule over the nations to those who resist idolatry. This is one way for Jesus to highlight his authority far above that of the Roman Empire which demanded people's loyalty. What would you do with "a rod of iron?"
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