Revelation 2:1-5:14

John is instructed to write messages to seven churches. Those messages are recorded in the Bible's book of Revelation, chapters 2 and 3. The messages provide critiques of churches' shortcomings. They commend faithfulness found in the churches. The messages warn churches of imminent dangers. They give churches reasons to hope.

Toward the end of each message this statement is repeated: "Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches."

Lord, let me hear.