What name is given to the second state of the church?

Answer

"Unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write!' Verse 8.
NOTE - The meaning of Smyrna is myrrh, or sweet-smelling savor, and applies to the period of
time when many of the saints of God suffered martyrdom under pagan Rome.

Who opens the judgment and presides over it?
When will this resurrection of the saints take place?
What encouragement is given to heed this message?
How willing is God to hear and answer prayer?
When praying what must we do in order to be forgiven?
Is it our duty always to give what is expected or asked?
Who is to reign finally over God's kingdom?

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