By what title is the first state of the church distinguished?

Answer

"Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write." Rev. 2: 1.
NOTE - The meaning of Ephesus is desirable, and fitly describes the character and condition of
the church in its first state, when its members received the doctrine of Christ in its purity, and enjoyed the
benefits and blessings of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. This applies to the first century I or during the lifetime
of the apostles. See dates in the accompanying diagram, showing the beginning and close of the seven
periods.

In what event was this prophecy fulfilled?
In whose name should everything be done?
What reference is made in the Psalms to Christ's use of parables?
How do those with renewed hearts and minds regard the commandments of God?
Why did the Lord abhor the Canaanites?
Under what figure was the Christian church represented to the Apostle John?
21. What scripture shows that Satan is to work with special power and deceptive wonders just before Christ's second coming?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle