Revelation 2:24
But I say to the rest of you in Thyatira, who do not hold to her teaching and have not learned the so-called deep things of Satan: I will place no further burden upon you.
But I say to the rest of you in Thyatira
The city of Thyatira was a significant trade center in the ancient world, known for its guilds and commerce. The mention of "the rest of you" indicates a distinction between those who have succumbed to false teachings and those who have remained faithful. The Greek word for "rest" (λοιποί, loipoi) suggests a remnant, a faithful group within the church who have not been led astray. This highlights the biblical theme of a faithful remnant preserved by God throughout history.

who do not hold to her teaching
The "her" refers to Jezebel, a symbolic figure representing false prophecy and idolatry. The Greek word for "hold" (κρατέω, krateo) implies a firm grip or adherence. This phrase commends those who have not embraced the deceptive teachings that have infiltrated the church. It serves as a reminder of the importance of discernment and steadfastness in the face of doctrinal error.

and have not learned the so-called deep things of Satan
The phrase "deep things of Satan" is a stark warning against the allure of esoteric knowledge that masquerades as spiritual insight. The Greek word for "deep" (βάθη, bathē) can imply profound or mysterious knowledge. This phrase suggests that some teachings, though appearing profound, are rooted in deception and evil. It underscores the need for believers to test all teachings against the truth of Scripture.

I will impose no other burden upon you
This phrase echoes the decision of the Jerusalem Council in Acts 15, where the apostles chose not to burden Gentile believers with unnecessary requirements. The Greek word for "burden" (βάρος, baros) indicates a weight or load. Here, it reassures the faithful in Thyatira that they are not required to do more than remain steadfast in their faith. It is a call to perseverance, emphasizing that God's grace is sufficient for those who remain true to His word.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Thyatira
An ancient city in Asia Minor, known for its trade guilds and commerce. It was one of the seven churches addressed in the Book of Revelation.

2. The Rest of You
Refers to the faithful believers in Thyatira who have not succumbed to false teachings.

3. Her Teaching
Likely refers to the teachings of Jezebel, a false prophetess mentioned earlier in the chapter, who led some believers astray.

4. Deep Things of Satan
A phrase indicating the deceptive and corrupt teachings that were being promoted as deeper spiritual truths.

5. No Further Burden
A promise from Christ to the faithful that they will not be subjected to additional trials or requirements beyond what they are already enduring.
Teaching Points
Discernment in Doctrine
Believers must be vigilant in discerning true doctrine from false teachings, as false teachings can be deceptively presented as deeper spiritual insights.

Faithfulness Amidst Corruption
Even in environments where false teachings are prevalent, believers are called to remain faithful and hold fast to the truth.

Christ's Assurance
Jesus assures His faithful followers that He will not impose unnecessary burdens on them, emphasizing His understanding and compassion.

The Danger of Compromise
Compromising with false teachings can lead to spiritual corruption; believers must stand firm in their convictions.

The Reward of Perseverance
Those who resist false teachings and remain faithful are promised relief and reward from Christ.
Bible Study Questions
1. What are some modern-day "deep things" that might tempt believers away from the truth of the Gospel?

2. How can we apply the principle of "no further burden" in our approach to church practices and traditions today?

3. In what ways can we encourage and support fellow believers who are striving to remain faithful in challenging environments?

4. How does the promise of Christ's light burden in Matthew 11:28-30 relate to His message to the church in Thyatira?

5. What practical steps can we take to ensure we are discerning true teachings from false ones in our personal study and church community?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Acts 15:28-29
The decision of the Jerusalem Council not to burden Gentile believers with the full yoke of the Mosaic Law, similar to the promise of "no further burden" in Revelation.

1 John 4:1-3
Encouragement to test the spirits to discern false teachings, relevant to the situation in Thyatira.

Matthew 11:28-30
Jesus' invitation to find rest in Him, contrasting the burdens of false teachings with His light yoke.
A Little Religion is Worth RetainingJ. Alexander.Revelation 2:18-29
A Timely PeriodHomilistRevelation 2:18-29
An Imperfect ChurchJ. Hyatt.Revelation 2:18-29
Christ, the Morning StarJ. Cairns, D. D.Revelation 2:18-29
Christian ExcellenceHomilistRevelation 2:18-29
Christian SteadfastnessT. M. Herbert, M. A.Revelation 2:18-29
Christ's Letter to the Church At ThyatiraCaleb Morris.Revelation 2:18-29
Epistle to the Church At ThyatiraS. Conway Revelation 2:18-29
Hold FastJ. Trapp.Revelation 2:18-29
Hold Fast the Good ObtainedJ. Stratten.Revelation 2:18-29
InconsistencyW. Mitchell, M. A.Revelation 2:18-29
Jezebel a Type of WorldlinessW. Milligan, D. D.Revelation 2:18-29
Jezebel to be Cast Out of the ChurchJ. Murray.Revelation 2:18-29
Power Over the NationsW. Burnet, M. A.Revelation 2:18-29
Self-Prepared PenaltiesG. Vianney.Revelation 2:18-29
Sins of OmissionJ. Trapp.Revelation 2:18-29
Space to RepentJohn Trapp.Revelation 2:18-29
That the Terms of Salvation are Offered to All MenS. Clarke, D. D.Revelation 2:18-29
The Church Contaminated by Doctrinal ErrorJ. S. Exell, M. A.Revelation 2:18-29
The Depths of SatanJ. Murray.Revelation 2:18-29
The Epistle to the Church in ThyatriaR. Green Revelation 2:18-29
The First and Last WorksA. Maclaren, D. D.Revelation 2:18-29
The Jezebel of ThyatiraR. Burgess, B. D.Revelation 2:18-29
The Morning StarH. Bonar, D. D.Revelation 2:18-29
The Promises to the VictorsC. H. Spurgeon., A. Maclaren, D. D.Revelation 2:18-29
The Words of Christ from Eternity to the Congregation At ThyatiraD. Thomas Revelation 2:18-29
ThyatiraD. C. Hughes, M. A.Revelation 2:18-29
Thyatira -- the Sentimental ChurchA. Mackennal, D. D.Revelation 2:18-29
Time for RepentanceJ. S. Exell, M. A.Revelation 2:18-29
People
Antipas, Balaam, Balac, Balak, Israelites, Jezebel, John
Places
Ephesus, Pergamum, Smyrna, Thyatira
Topics
Adversary, Burden, Call'the, Cast, Deep, Depths, Doctrine, Hold, Impose, Lay, Learned, Learnt, None, Putting, Rest, Satan, Satan's, Secrets, So-called, Speak, Teaching, Them-i, Thyateira, Thyatira, Thyati'ra, Weight, Wont
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Revelation 2:24

     5941   secrecy
     7025   church, unity

Revelation 2:20-25

     6243   adultery, spiritual

Revelation 2:21-27

     6195   impenitence, results

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May 17. "To Him that Overcometh, Will I Give" (Rev. Ii. 17).
"To him that overcometh, will I give" (Rev. ii. 17). A precious secret of Christian life is to have Jesus dwelling within the heart and conquering things that we never could overcome. It is the only secret of power in your life and mine, beloved. Men cannot understand it, nor will the world believe it; but it is true, that God will come to dwell within us, and be the power, and the purity, and the victory, and the joy of our life. It is no longer now, "What is the best that I can do?" but the question
Rev. A. B. Simpson—Days of Heaven Upon Earth

January 11. "Hold Fast Till I Come" (Rev. Ii. 25).
"Hold fast till I come" (Rev. ii. 25). The other day we asked a Hebrew friend how it was that his countrymen were so successful in acquiring wealth. "Ah," said he, "we do not make more money than other people, but we keep more." Beloved, let us look out this day for spiritual pickpockets and spiritual leakage. Let us "lose nothing of what we have wrought, but receive a full reward"; and, as each day comes and goes, let us put away in the savings bank of eternity its treasures of grace and victory,
Rev. A. B. Simpson—Days of Heaven Upon Earth

Love's Complaining
Hence our Lord's fitness to deal with the churches, which are these golden lamp-stands, for no one knows so much about the lamps as the person whose constant work it is to watch them and trim them. No one knows the churches as Jesus does, for the care of all the churches daily comes upon him, he continually walks among them, and holds their ministers as stars in his right hand. His eyes are perpetually upon the churches, so that he knows their works, their sufferings, and their sins; and those eyes
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 32: 1886

Declension from First Love
But further, Christ says, "I know thy patience." Now there be some that labour, and they do it well. But what does hinder them? They only labour for a little season, and then they cease to work and begin to faint. But this church had laboured on for many years; it had thrown out all its energies--not in some spasmodic effort, but in a continual strain and unabated zeal for the glory of God. "I know thy patience." I say again, beloved, I tremble to think how few out of this congregation could win
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 4: 1858

The New Name.
To him that overcometh, I will give a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it.-- REV. ii. 17. Whether the Book of the Revelation be written by the same man who wrote the Gospel according to St John or not, there is, at least, one element common to the two--the mysticism. I use the word mysticism as representing a certain mode of embodying truth, common, in various degrees, to almost all, if not all, the writers of the New Testament. The
George MacDonald—Unspoken Sermons

That There is no Security against Temptation in this Life
"My Son, thou art never secure in this life, but thy spiritual armour will always be needful for thee as long as thou livest. Thou dwellest among foes, and art attacked on the right hand and on the left. If therefore thou use not on all sides the shield of patience, thou wilt not remain long unwounded. Above all, if thou keep not thy heart fixed upon Me with steadfast purpose to bear all things for My sake, thou shalt not be able to bear the fierceness of the attack, nor to attain to the victory
Thomas A Kempis—Imitation of Christ

The Seven Assemblies as a Whole (I. 11).
We must here, at the outset, remove the greatest source of all the misunderstandings which have arisen with regard to these seven "churches." The fact of their being called "churches" has naturally led commentators and students of this book to infer that it is the Church of God, or at any rate the historic Christian Church, which is meant. The difficulty is thus arbitrarily created. The Bible student is at once confronted with an overwhelming difficulty. He has read the Epistles which are addressed
E.W. Bullinger—Commentary on Revelation

The Fourth
refers to the books of Numbers and Samuel. The promise is, "to him will give power over the nations: And he shall rule them with a rod of iron; as the vessels of a potter shall they be broken to shivers; even as I received of my Father. And I will give him the morning star" (Rev. ii. 26-28). Here again the literary order in the Apocalypse goes forward with the historical order: for it is in the book of Numbers that we have the basis of this promise given to the same People, who were the subjects
E.W. Bullinger—Commentary on Revelation

Jesus
C. P. C. Rev. ii. 28 O Name, the psalm and the music That fills the heavenly place-- O Name by which there I enter And see Thee face to face-- O Name, Thou art here the music, And here the sweetness and song, Though the sea and the waves are roaring, And though the night is long. The night--but a night of glory, For there in the heavens I see The Morning Star in its brightness, Thy gift of love to me. I have the pledge of the dawning, The glow of the golden Day, For Thou, O my Lord, hast arisen,
Frances Bevan—Hymns of Ter Steegen, Suso, and Others

Conclusion of the Subject. Pain of the Awakening. Light against Delusions.
1. To bring this matter to an end, I say that it is not necessary for the soul to give its consent here; it is already given: the soul knows that it has given up its will into His hands, [1] and that it cannot deceive Him, because He knoweth all things. It is not here as it is in the world, where all life is full of deceit and double-dealing. When you think you have gained one man's good will, because of the outward show he makes, you afterwards learn that all was a lie. No one can live in the
Teresa of Avila—The Life of St. Teresa of Jesus

The Dialogue against the Luciferians.
Introduction. This Dialogue was written about 379, seven years after the death of Lucifer, and very soon after Jerome's return from his hermit life in the desert of Chalcis. Though he received ordination from Paulinus, who had been consecrated by Lucifer, he had no sympathy with Lucifer's narrower views, as he shows plainly in this Dialogue. Lucifer, who was bishop of Cagliari in Sardinia, first came into prominent notice about a.d. 354, when great efforts were being made to procure a condemnation
St. Jerome—The Principal Works of St. Jerome

The Laodicean State of Christendom.
In Revelation two and three we have seven Epistles addressed to the seven churches in Asia. These Epistles--in keeping with the nature of the book in which they are found--are prophetic in their scope. They record the sentences of the Divine Judge who appears in the midst of these churches (see 1:13-20) inspecting and passing decisions. They contain a panorama of the Church's history. They give us a complete outline of the entire course of the Christian profession, of going from bad to worse, until
Arthur W. Pink—The Redeemer's Return

As Many as were Called by Grace, and Displayed the First Zeal...
As many as were called by grace, and displayed the first zeal, having cast aside their military girdles, but afterwards returned, like dogs, to their own vomit, (so that some spent money and by means of gifts regained their military stations); let these, after they have passed the space of three years as hearers, be for ten years prostrators. But in all these cases it is necessary to examine well into their purpose and what their repentance appears to be like. For as many as give evidence of their
Philip Schaff—The Seven Ecumenical Councils

Vanity of Human Glory.
"The world knoweth us not, because it knew Him not."--1 John iii. 1 Of St. Simon and St. Jude, the Saints whom we this day commemorate, little is known[1]. St. Jude, indeed, still lives in the Church in his Catholic epistle; but of his history we only know that he was brother to St. James the Less, and nearly related to our Lord and that, like St. Peter, he had been a married man. Besides his name of Jude or Judas, he is also called Thaddaeus and Lebbaeus in the Gospels. Of St. Simon we only
John Henry Newman—Parochial and Plain Sermons, Vol. VIII

Job's Regret and Our Own
I. Let us begin by saying, that regrets such as those expressed in the text are and ought to be very BITTER. If it be the loss of spiritual things that we regret, then may we say from the bottom of our hearts, "Oh that I were as in months past." It is a great thing for a man to be near to God; it is a very choice privilege to be admitted into the inner circle of communion, and to become God's familiar friend. Great as the privilege is, so great is the loss of it. No darkness is so dark as that which
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 17: 1871

Of the Imitation of Christ, and of Contempt of the World and all Its Vanities
He that followeth me shall not walk in darkness,(1) saith the Lord. These are the words of Christ; and they teach us how far we must imitate His life and character, if we seek true illumination, and deliverance from all blindness of heart. Let it be our most earnest study, therefore, to dwell upon the life of Jesus Christ. 2. His teaching surpasseth all teaching of holy men, and such as have His Spirit find therein the hidden manna.(2) But there are many who, though they frequently hear the Gospel,
Thomas A Kempis—Imitation of Christ

The Calling of the Regenerate:
"Whom He did predestinate, them He also called."--Rom. viii. 30. In order to hear, the sinner, deaf by nature, must receive hearing ears. "He that hath ears let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches." (Rev. ii. 7, 11, 17, 29; iii. 6, 13, 22). But by nature the sinner does not belong to these favored ones. This is a daily experience. Of two clerks in the same office, one obeys the call and the other rejects it; not because he despises it, but because he does not hear God's call in it. Hence
Abraham Kuyper—The Work of the Holy Spirit

The Knowledge of God
'The Lord is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed.' I Sam 2:2. Glorious things are spoken of God; he transcends our thoughts, and the praises of angels. God's glory lies chiefly in his attributes, which are the several beams by which the divine nature shines forth. Among other of his orient excellencies, this is not the least, The Lord is a God of knowledge; or as the Hebrew word is, A God of knowledges.' Through the bright mirror of his own essence, he has a full idea and cognisance
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity

The Theology of Grace.
The theology which Augustin opposed, in his anti-Pelagian writings, to the errors of Pelagianism, is, shortly, the theology of grace. Its roots were planted deeply in his own experience, and in the teachings of Scripture, especially of that apostle whom he delights to call "the great preacher of grace," and to follow whom, in his measure, was his greatest desire. The grace of God in Jesus Christ, conveyed to us by the Holy Spirit and evidenced by the love that He sheds abroad in our hearts, is the
St. Augustine—Anti-Pelagian Writings

The First
refers to Genesis ii., the promise being, "I will give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the midst of the paradise of God" (Rev. ii. 7). God begins from Himself. The Apocalypse related not only to Israel, but to the earth; and the first promise goes back to Eden and to the "tree of life." The way to that tree was lost: but was "kept" (or preserved) by the cherubim (Gen. iii. 24). These cherubim next appear in connection with the way to the Living One, in the Tabernacle, and are thus linked
E.W. Bullinger—Commentary on Revelation

The Poor in Spirit are Enriched with a Kingdom
Theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3 Here is high preferment for the saints. They shall be advanced to a kingdom. There are some who, aspiring after earthly greatness, talk of a temporal reign here, but then God's church on earth would not be militant but triumphant. But sure it is the saints shall reign in a glorious manner: Theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.' A kingdom is held the acme and top of all worldly felicity, and this honour have all the saints'; so says our Saviour, Theirs is the
Thomas Watson—The Beatitudes: An Exposition of Matthew 5:1-12

Letter cxxvi. To Marcellinus and Anapsychia.
Marcellinus, a Roman official of high rank, and Anapsychia his wife had written to Jerome from Africa to ask him his opinion on the vexed question of the origin of the soul. Jerome in his reply briefly enumerates the several views that have been held on the subject. For fuller information he refers his questioners to his treatise against Rufinus and also to their bishop Augustin who will, he says, explain the matter to them by word of mouth. Although it hardly appears in this letter Jerome is a decided
St. Jerome—The Principal Works of St. Jerome

Parting Counsels
'And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there: 23. Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me. 24. But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God. 25. And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I have gone preaching
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture: The Acts

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