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.
In receiving the Son what do we have in Him?
When man first transgressed, what was done to prevent him from living for ever in sin?
How did Christ teach the people?
For what reason is worship justly due to God?
How did the devil seek to induce Jesus to worship him?
Under what condition does the Lord not hear prayer?
What did John the Baptist say to the Pharisees and Sadducees who came to his baptism?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle