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 will the truly repentant sinner he constrained to do ?
How is justification laid hold upon?
Upon what basis is justification granted?
What reply did Christ make?
How early was this sacrificial system known?
Who witnessed the laying of the foundations of the earth?
22. While many will be deceived by these wonders, and accept of the false christs that appear, what will those say who have maintained their love for the truth, and patiently waited for Christ's return?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle