In Revelation 2:12-17, we meet the Church in Pergamum, a group of Christians that one has to admire for holding fast to the name of Jesus in a city that Jesus called “Satan’s throne,” and even after one of their number had been killed for his faith. Although they were steadfast in resisting outside attacks, they were less vigilant about the beliefs and practices of their own members, so Jesus urged them to repent by practicing church discipline, or else he would have to come and practice it himself. As with all the churches, he promised rich blessings for those who would hear his words and conquer by their faith.
Paul began his letter to the Romans by explaining the gospel of God and its purpose to bring about the obedience of faith among...
Jesus announced that the hour had come for him to be glorified, but his glorification would begin with a cross.
If a man makes a great claim about himself, he should be ready to present evidence to back up his claim. In John 5:17-47,...