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.
With whom are the children of God joint heirs?
What final disposition was made of the sins of the people?
Had the Lord spoken regarding the Sabbath previous to this time?
6. What occurred at the time of the crucifixion which indicated that the typical system had been taken away by Christ?
Who made the Sabbath day holy?
What was one principal object in calling this council?
What peaceful condition will prevail in the earth made new?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle