Have you ever wondered what Jesus thinks of his churches scattered across the world today? If he did speak directly to us, what would he say? Would his messages to each church be the same? Would they all be an encouraging affirmation of his love? Or would some receive a rebuke and a warning?  In this series we are looking at what the risen Lord Jesus had to say to 7 churches in the first century. 7 churches with difficulties, temptations and failings that are familiar to the church today.  This study in the first few chapters of Revelation will also explore some of the themes and purposes of the whole book, showing how it is relevant to the church today.