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.

To whom are those who suffer exhorted to commit their souls?
What were some of the results of the preaching of the gospel under the outpouring of the Spirit?
While God is merciful, does this clear the guilty?
Who alone knows the exact day of Christ's coming?
By what means were the apostles delivered from prison?
What is our duty toward the outcast and wandering?
What does Christ give His followers?

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