Jesus also reprimands the Christians in Pergamum for 'eating things sacrificed to idols.' What would this involve? In view of Paul's words to the Corinthians, perhaps some were abusing their Christian freedom and deliberately offending the consciences of others. More likely, though, they were taking part somehow in actual idol ceremonies. (1 Corinthians 8:4-13; 10:25-30) Faithful Christians today must show unselfish love in their exercise of Christian freedom, being careful not stumble others. Certainly, they must avoid modern forms of idolatry, such as worshipping stars of Tv, the movies, and sports, or making a god out of money, or even out of their own belly! - MATTHEW 6:24, Philippians 1:9, 10; 3:17-19.
Next time: Chapter Nine/Holding Fast to Jesus' Name - Avoid Sectarianism
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