1. “Don’t Compromise the Truth” Revelation 2:18-29

2. I. Effective churches persevere until the end. The church at Thyatira was commended for their increasing deeds. Greater than at first –Love –Faith –Service –Perseverance

3. I. Effective churches persevere until the end. The church at Thyatira received condemnation as well –Some tolerated the teaching of Jezebel Compromise with the world Synonymous with wickedness –Others remained pure from her influence No other burden Have not known the deep things of Satan

4. II. Effective churches are compensated accordingly Punishment awaits people unless they repent –A bed of suffering –Great tribulation Effective churches overcome and are rewarded –Authority over nations –Morning star