Revelation 1:11 - Saying, I am Alpha and Omega, the first and the last: and, What thou seest, write in a book, and send [it] unto the seven churches which are in Asia; unto Ephesus, and unto Smyrna, and unto Pergamos, and unto Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and unto Philadelphia, and unto Laodicea.
The New Testament - A Brief Overview
Map of the Seven Churches of Asia Mentioned in the Book of Revelation
The Seven Churches of Asia
Position of the seven churches in Asia Minor to whom the seven epistles in Revelation 1-3 were addressed. Asia was a term which in the books of the Maccabees actually means Asia Minor, which Antioch III (the Great) had to give up to the Roman province of Asia Proconsularis (formed after 133 B.C.), which embraced the regions of Mysia, Lydia, Caria, and Phrygia (see Rom 16:5; II Tim 1:15; Acts 1:4).Revelation 1:4 - John to the seven churches which are in Asia: Grace [be] unto you, and peace, from him which is, and which was, and which is to come; and from the seven Spirits which are before his throne;
1.Ephesus (Revelation
2:1-7) - the church that had forsaken its first love (2:4).
2.Smyrna (Revelation
2:8-11) - the church that would suffer persecution (2:10).
3.Pergamum (Revelation
2:12-17) - the church that needed to repent (2:16).
4.Thyatira (Revelation
2:18-29) - the church that had a false prophetess (2:20).
5.Sardis (Revelation
3:1-6) - the church that had fallen asleep (3:2).
6.Philadelphia (Revelation
3:7-13) - the church that had endured patiently (3:10).
7.Laodicea (Revelation
3:14-22) - the church with the lukewarm faith (3:16).
The Bible Mentions the "Churches"
Revelation 2:17 -
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches;
To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and
will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written,
which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth [it].
Romans 16:16 -
Salute one another with an holy kiss. The churches of
Christ salute you.
1 Corinthians 7:17 -
But as God hath distributed to every man, as the Lord hath called
every one, so let him walk. And so ordain I in all churches.
1 Corinthians 16:19 -
The churches of
Asia salute you. Aquila and Priscilla salute you much in the Lord,
with the church that is in their house.
Revelation 1:11 -
Saying, I am Alpha and Omega, the first and the last: and, What thou
seest, write in a book, and send [it] unto the seven churches which
are in Asia; unto Ephesus, and unto Smyrna, and unto Pergamos, and
unto Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and unto Philadelphia, and unto
Laodicea.
Acts 9:31 -
Then had the churches rest
throughout all Judaea and Galilee and Samaria, and were edified; and
walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy
Ghost, were multiplied.
Revelation 22:16 -
I Jesus have sent mine angel to testify unto you these things in the churches.
I am the root and the offspring of David, [and] the bright and
morning star.
Revelation 2:7 -
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches;
To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the tree of life, which
is in the midst of the paradise of God.
2 Corinthians 8:19 -
And not [that] only, but who was also chosen of the churches to
travel with us with this grace, which is administered by us to the
glory of the same Lord, and [declaration of] your ready mind:
2 Corinthians 8:23 -
Whether [any do enquire] of Titus, [he is] my partner and
fellowhelper concerning you: or our brethren [be enquired of, they
are] the messengers of the churches,
[and] the glory of Christ.
1 Thessalonians 2:14 -
For ye, brethren, became followers of the churches of
God which in Judaea are in Christ Jesus: for ye also have suffered
like things of your own countrymen, even as they [have] of the Jews:
Revelation 2:23 -
And I will kill her children with death; and all the churches shall
know that I am he which searcheth the reins and hearts: and I will
give unto every one of you according to your works.
1 Corinthians 14:34 -
Let your women keep silence in the churches:
for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but [they are commanded]
to be under obedience, as also saith the law.
Revelation 2:11 -
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches;
He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death.
2 Corinthians 8:24 -
Wherefore shew ye to them, and before the churches,
the proof of your love, and of our boasting on your behalf.
2 Thessalonians 1:4 -
So that we ourselves glory in you in the churches of
God for your patience and faith in all your persecutions and
tribulations that ye endure:
Revelation 1:4 -
John to the seven churches which
are in Asia: Grace [be] unto you, and peace, from him which is, and
which was, and which is to come; and from the seven Spirits which
are before his throne;
Acts 16:5 -
And so were the churches established
in the faith, and increased in number daily.
Romans 16:4 -
Who have for my life laid down their own necks: unto whom not only I
give thanks, but also all the churches of
the Gentiles.
Acts 19:37 -
For ye have brought hither these men, which are neither robbers of churches,
nor yet blasphemers of your goddess.
1 Corinthians 14:33 -
For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of
the saints.
1 Corinthians 16:1 -
Now concerning the collection for the saints, as I have given order
to the
churches of
Galatia, even so do ye.
2 Corinthians 8:1 -
Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God bestowed on
the
churches of
Macedonia;
2 Corinthians 11:8 -
I robbed other churches,
taking wages [of them], to do you service.
2 Corinthians 11:28 -
Beside those things that are without, that which cometh upon me
daily, the care of all the churches.
2 Corinthians 12:13 -
For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches,
except [it be] that I myself was not burdensome to you? forgive me
this wrong.
Galatians 1:22 -
And was unknown by face unto the churches of
Judaea which were in Christ:
Revelation 2:29 -
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
Revelation 3:6 -
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
Revelation 3:13 -
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
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- The Authorized (King James) Version (AKJV): Historical Significance, Translation Methodology, and Lasting Impact
- Exploring the English Standard Version (ESV): Its Aspects, Comparisons, Impact on Biblical Studies, and Church Use
- A Detailed Historical Analysis of Language Updates in the KJ21: Comparison with Other Versions
- A Detailed Historical Analysis of the American Standard Version (ASV): Comparison to the King James Version, Influence on Later Translations, and Evaluation of Strengths and Weaknesses
- A Detailed Historical Analysis of Amplifications in the Amplified Bible (AMP) and Its Comparison to Other Bible Translations
- Detailed Historical Analysis of the Amplified Bible Classic Edition (AMPC): Examples of Amplifications and Comparative Analysis with Other Bible Translations
- Theological Implications of the BRG Bible's Color-Coding System: A Comparative Analysis
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