Jesus announced that the hour had come for him to be glorified, but his glorification would begin with a cross.
Disorderly members can wreck a church, but a firm and loving response by other members can save them and the church.
At the Red Sea, the LORD triumphed gloriously, made himself known, and anticipated his greater triumph in the cross and resurrection.
Although the church in Smyrna may not have looked like much on the surface, Jesus’ evaluation of it was wholly positive. He did not...