Revalation Bible Study

             What was the first century church at Thessaloniki like? Was it started by the Apostle Paul? Was it a very strong church? What problems did ti have?     The first-century church at Thessaloniki, also known as the church of Thessalonica, was indeed established by the Apostle Paul during his second missionary journey around 50 AD. The account of the church's founding can be found in the New Testament book of Acts, specifically in Acts 17:1-9. The church in Thessaloniki was significant and influential within the early Christian community. Paul's ministry in Thessaloniki was relatively short, but he managed to establish a strong foundation for the church during his stay. The Thessalonian believers became known for their faith and testimony, not only in their city but also in the surrounding regions. In his first letter to the Thessalonians (1 Thessalonians), Paul commended the church for their work of faith, labor of love, and patience of hope (1 Thessalonians 1:3).

                    Revelation 10 New International Version The Angel and the Little Scroll 1 Then I saw another mighty angel coming down from heaven. He was robed in a cloud, with a rainbow above his head; his face was like the sun, and his legs were like fiery pillars. 2  He was holding a little scroll, which lay open in his hand. He planted his right foot on the sea and his left foot on the land, 3  and he gave a loud shout like the roar of a lion. When he shouted, the voices of the seven thunders spoke. 4  And when the seven thunders spoke, I was about to write; but I heard a voice from heaven say, “Seal up what the seven thunders have said and do not write it down.” 5  Then the angel I had seen standing on the sea and on the land raised his right hand to heaven. 6  And he swore by him who lives for ever and ever, who created the heavens and all that is in them, the earth and all that is in it, and the sea and all that is in it, and said, “There will be no more delay!