The backslidden church

Discipline vs Motivation

i.Command to the angel to write (2:1a)

ii.Description of Jesus (2:1b)

iii.Commendation (2:2–3, 6)

iv.Accusation related to sin (2:4)

v.Exhortation and warning (2:5)

vi.Admonition to listen (2:7a)

vii.Promise to the overcomers (2:7b)