Being a Full Account of the Seven Letters Sent by Our Lord
to the Seven Congregations of the Province of Asia Minor
Revelation II:I — III:XXII · c. AD XCVI · The Island of Patmos
The Common Form of
Each of the seven letters follows a common apostolic pattern — six parts, each essential, leading the reader from identification to promise.
I
The Address
"To the angel of the church in…"
II
Christ's Identity
A title drawn from the opening vision
III
The Commendation
"I know thy works…"
IV
The Rebuke
"But I have somewhat against thee…"
V
The Exhortation
Repent, remember, hold fast
VI
The Promise
To him that overcometh…
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