Postcards from Eternity Week 2 details...

Week 2:
Details scene 3 and message 3
Church: Pergamum
References how it relates to the identity of Jesus and linked to the promise of the Word:
Rev. 2:12 – sharp sword (Word)
Rev. 2:14 – (Word) corrects teaching (?)
Rev. 2:17 - hidden manna, white stone, stone has new name written
Problem in church: confused with its identity and place in world: Very secular city.
Promise: manna & white stone (hospitality & identity)
Problem: compassion & grace without truth
Related scene: Jasmine is told to turn away from the wrong crowd. Don’t succumb to their way of thinking. Turn to the One who made her.
Experiential element: baking bread in bread machines during the worship service.
Related set: White Stone Bakery
Prop: Fresh baked bread (manna)


Details scene 4 and message 4
Church: Thyatira
References how it relates to the identity of Jesus and linked to the promise of the Word:
Rev. 2:18 – eyes, feet bronze (power/strength)
Rev. 2:23 – search (eyes search)
Rev. 2:27 – rule (bronze and strong metal)
Problem in church: church in deception, being led astray by a powerful leader
Promise: Rule with scepter (gavel). Authority & Impact
Problem: compassion & grace without truth
Related scene: Luke is told to be wise in whom he seeks for counsel, know who you’re talking to. Do not tolerate anything false in your life. Know the truth so you are not misled.
Related set: Courthouse and steps
Prop: gavel (scepter)