Understanding the Church of Pergamum

The message focuses on the third church mentioned in Revelation, specifically the church at Pergamum, located in present-day Turkey. Jesus acknowledges the hardships faced by this church, noting that they dwell in a place referred to as 'where Satan's throne is.' This illustrates the intense spiritual warfare present in Pergamum, where the church grapples with both external persecution and internal struggles against false teachings. The environment is perilous due to the worship of pagan deities, idol sacrifices, and the presence of significant cultural and religious influencers like the god Asclepius and the Roman emperor.