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.

What application did Jesus make of this prophecy?
Where was Christ to be born?
How did Solomon's parents regard him as a child?
How are the rise and work of this power described?
What encouragement does Jesus give us to meet cheerfully the troubles and trials of life?
How does God anticipate the needs of His children?
How enduring is this kingdom to be?

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