How is the church at the first advent described?

Answer

"And she being with child cried, travailing in birth, and pained to be delivered. Verse 2.

What writings are specifically mentioned as containing some things difficult to understand?
Through whom are we reconciled to God?
How was the ceremonial law made known to Israel?
What endearing title is given the sixth church?
What does the Apostle Peter say concerning the trials through which every believer must pass?
Why was this to be?
7. What description does Paul give of the sufferings endured by some of God's people in former ages?

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