Page 3 - 04b The Seven Churhces-Philadelphia

THE STORY OF THE SEER OF PATMOS

Stephen N. Haskell

“Seal not the sayings of the prophecy of this book: for the time is at
hand” Revelation 22:10.

found among His followers was more

perfectly developed among those who heeded

the closing message to Sardis, than among any

others since the day of Pentecost; and to this

company of believers scattered every where,

yet united in heart and purpose, the name

Philadelphia signifying “brotherly love” is

applicable.

Some who heard the advent message,

accepted it through fear; others were

attracted by the forcible arguments; but

whatever may have been the motive, all were

tested, and those who accepted because of

real love for the Saviour, composed the

Philadelphia church. Of this church no

complaint is made; and as love is the ruling

power of the throne of God, the Saviour