Simply By Grace Podcast

Charlie teaches about the church at Pergamos in this informal Bible study. This church lived in an atmosphere of evil. Whatever is meant by "Satan's throne" it doesn't sound healthy. This prominent city was also known as a center for cultic worship and emperor worship. They were commended by Jesus except for one thing: they tolerated those who followed the doctrine of Balaam and the doctrine of the Nicolaitans. In other words, they compromised with evil by allowing it to exist among them. They did not hate what God hated. Still, they were faithful in Satan's backyard. Yes, Satan is alive and well still, but as with this church, Jesus will swiftly judge those who follow him and not the true Lord. We must learn to hate what God hates and give no room for evil in the church or in our lives. Rewards of intimacy with Christ await the faithful.