Rev. Richard Brunton discusses the early chapters of Revelation. He emphasises that the messages addressed to seven churches are applicable to Christians facing various situations today. While exploring the characteristics and qualities of the Ephesus church, he mentions its diligence, perseverance and efforts to eradicate false teachings. However, Brunton highlights a key message from Jesus, warning that the Ephesus church has lost its original passion and fervour in serving Him.

This teaching by Rev. Richard Brunton, focuses on the early Christian church at Smyrna, as described in Revelation. The church faced severe persecution and poverty, a common situation in regions with significant Christian oppression. Despite these hardships, Brunton emphasises Jesus's awareness of their afflictions and the spiritual richness of their faith. This spiritual richness, he argues, often manifests in individuals who, while materially poor, have a profound and inspirational relationship with God.

In this episode, Rev. Richard Brunton discusses Jesus' communication with churches in the early chapters of Revelation. The focus is on the church of Pergamum, which Jesus recognises is in a difficult situation, and empathises with their hardships. Brunton presents the idea that Jesus understands the trials we face and that he acknowledges the presence of satanic influences.

Rev. Richard Brunton discusses the early church in Thyatira in Revelation chapter 2. Brunton emphasises Jesus's all-seeing, penetrating gaze and his solid, formidable presence. He recounts how Jesus praises the church for its deeds, love, faith, service, and perseverance but condemns its tolerance of a false prophet, Jezebel.

Rev. Richard Brunton discusses the Church of Sardis as described in Revelation. Brunton highlights Jesus' critique of the church: outwardly alive and active, but spiritually dead. Despite its thriving exterior, Jesus sees a spiritual death within the community. However, Jesus doesn't abandon the church but instead calls it to awaken and strengthen what is dying.

Rev. Richard Brunton discusses the church in Philadelphia. He highlights the church's positive attributes and how it was commended by Jesus, despite not being perfect. Jesus, depicted as the one in control, acknowledges their challenges but assures them of an open door, meaning they can continue sharing the gospel despite oppositions. Brunton also mentions future trials, the imminent return of Jesus, and the unification of the whole church.

Rev. Richard Brunton discusses the last of the churches Jesus addresses in the early chapters of Revelation. He highlights that Jesus commends and encourages the church but also points out areas of neglect, sin, and complacency. Brunton particularly focuses on the letter to the church in Laodicea, which Jesus describes as lukewarm and apathetic. He emphasises Jesus's strong language, expressing his displeasure towards the church's unfaithfulness and untruthfulness.

In this program, Rev. Richard Brunton discusses the first four of the ten commandments. He emphasises their significance in revealing the nature of God and the human weaknesses, as well as fostering a relationship with God. He stresses the commandments' division into two sections: those governing our relationship with God and those relating to our interaction with others. He underscores the importance of the first commandment, which prohibits the worship of other gods, in a world filled with diverse religions and ideologies.

Rev. Richard Brunton continues his series on the Ten Commandments, focusing on the second one. This commandment prohibits creating an image to represent anything in heaven, earth, or waters, and worshiping it. He emphasises the importance of faith over visual representation in a relationship with God. He warns against the temptation of using physical objects, like crucifixes or crosses, as substitutes for faith, reminding that God must be the priority in our lives.

Rev. Richard Brunton continues his series on the Ten Commandments, focusing on the third commandment about using God's name properly. While the commandments can be viewed as restrictions, he encourages a positive interpretation, emphasising the power and authority that comes from respecting and honouring God's name. He also underscores the significant effects of invoking the name of Jesus, such as casting out demons and healing the sick.