Revelation 2:14-16
“But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit fornication. So hast thou also them that hold the doctrine of the Nicolaitans, which thing I hate. Repent; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will fight against them with the sword of my mouth.”

What does Revelation 2:14-16 mean?
Revelation 2:14-16 in the King James Version reads: 14 But I have a few things against thee, because thou hast there them that hold the doctrine of Balaam, who taught Balac to cast a stumblingblock before the children of Israel, to eat things sacrificed unto idols, and to commit…
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The book of Revelation is saturated with warnings and challenges meant to prompt believers to examine their faith and conduct. In Revelation 2:14-16, we find a pointed message from the risen Christ to the church in Pergamos—a church that, despite holding fast to their faith, had…
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Heavenly Father, In Your most holy presence, we come before You with humble hearts seeking a deeper understanding of Your Word as expressed in Revelation 2:14-16. We acknowledge the weight and the significance of the message embedded in these verses—messages that continue to…
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