By what title is the first state of the church distinguished?

Answer

"Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write." Rev. 2: 1.
NOTE - The meaning of Ephesus is desirable, and fitly describes the character and condition of
the church in its first state, when its members received the doctrine of Christ in its purity, and enjoyed the
benefits and blessings of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. This applies to the first century I or during the lifetime
of the apostles. See dates in the accompanying diagram, showing the beginning and close of the seven
periods.

What is the great purpose of Christ in His work of reconciliation?
What was Jesus doing when they found Him?
How are parents instructed to bring up their children?
What is to endure throughout all generations?
Why did Christ, in the parable, reprove the man who hid his talent?
What change will then take place in both the living and the sleeping saints?
Through whom is this first dominion to be restored?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle