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The Seven Churches of Revelation

Exiled on Patmos, John writes to seven churches in Asia Minor — this tour visits each one addressed in Revelation.

Journey sequence and Bible passages

  1. 1

    Ephesus

    Rebuked for abandoning its first love, it is promised that the one who conquers will eat from the tree of life.

    Revelation 2:1-7

  2. 2

    Smyrna

    Amid affliction and poverty, it is urged to be faithful unto death and promised the crown of life.

    Revelation 2:8-11

  3. 3

    Pergamum (Pergamon)

    Called the place where Satan's throne is, it is warned against tolerating false teaching.

    Revelation 2:12-17

  4. 4

    Thyatira

    Praised for love and service, yet rebuked for tolerating the false prophet Jezebel.

    Revelation 2:18-29

  5. 5

    Sardis

    Rebuked as a church with a reputation for life yet actually dead, and urged to wake up.

    Revelation 3:1-6

  6. 6

    Philadelphia (Asia Minor)

    Commended for keeping God's word despite little strength, and promised an open door.

    Revelation 3:7-13

  7. 7

    Laodicea

    Rebuked for being lukewarm — neither cold nor hot — and hears Jesus knocking at the door.

    Revelation 3:14-22

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