This letter to the church in Philadelphia, opens with a description of Jesus as pure, and the One who is holding the most important key. The one which allows Him to open the door of Heaven to those who are worthy to enter. But what is the key of David?

There is a great promise in these verses for those who live saintly lives! None of us is without sin. But sadly there are people who attend meetings regularly in many Christian communities who do not understand the necessity to at least make an effort to live for Jesus 24/7.

In His message to the fourth church in this series, Jesus begins by assuring the readers of His authority. He is One with the God who is complete, holding the universe in His hand and knowing everything that happens on the earth, including the reputation and truth about His church.

This sounds like good news for those who have not been taken in by Jezebel. God is telling us today that she was operating as a witch. That sort of person needs to be kept out of our churches. Because there are always vulnerable people who succumb to their temptations.

The problem in the church in Thyatira was one that many churches face today. Someone who professes to be a believer, but is actually a demonic power in their midst! There are times when a volunteer can do more harm than good! Churches need committed Christians in positions of responsibility.

Read one of the chapters mentioned today and think about the vision described there. Think about your own vision of Jesus. Do you see Him as gentle Jesus loving the children and healing the sick? Or is He for you a more authoritative person, giving that authority to His followers?

Another day on this verse leads us to look at the white stone bearing a name. A personal name for each individual. Only that person knows what it is! It sounds like a conundrum! I am sure God loves playing games with His children, just like good earthly fathers do!

Whoever has ears! Ever since the first Pentecost, Holy Spirit has been speaking to believers and non-believers across the world, but sadly many are not really hearing what He is saying. All of us could listen more and hear more if we gave God a little more of our time.

This is one of the most interesting verses in the letters to the churches. What is the hidden manna? Why is it the prize for the victorious ones? What is the victory we must aim for? Of what purpose is a white stone with a new name? A secret name!

How sad it is, and how disappointing for Jesus that sexual immorality is still a problem in much of the church today. Scandals are often reported in national news programmes, bringing the church into ill repute. Satan is still trying to destroy believers. Just as he tried to destroy Jesus.