EPISODE 9 of 10: The Doctrine of The Nicolaitans
This week (July 12) on Shabbat Night Live, in The Book of The Revelation, Yeshua tells John that He “hates the deeds of the Nicolaitans.” Who were these people? And what did they do that was so terrible?
As Michael Rood explains, “the deeds of the Nicolaitans” continue today in every Christian church and, sadly, in many Torah-observant congregations as well!
Watch the episode — included on this blog post.
While you watch, consider the questions below. The timeline for each discussion topic in the video is noted on each question. Post your answers in the comments section and let’s get some discussion going!
- (VIDEO TIMELINE – 08:51) What did Yeshua instruct John to write to the seven congregations in Asia Minor?
- (VIDEO TIMELINE – 12:24) What did Yeshua ask James and John about their ability to endure?
- (VIDEO TIMELINE – 16:32) What did Yeshua teach his disciples about true greatness and leadership?
- (VIDEO TIMELINE – 21:13) What did Paul emphasize about the importance of unity among believers in his first letter to the Corinthians?
- (VIDEO TIMELINE – 25:24) What reward does Yeshua promise to those who overcome the deeds of the Nicolaitans?
- (VIDEO TIMELINE – 28:15) What is the significance of the doctrine and deeds of the Nicolaitans in the context of church hierarchy and its impact on moral behavior within the church?
- (VIDEO TIMELINE – 31:22) What did Yeshua promise to the man crucified alongside him?
- (VIDEO TIMELINE – 36:10) What happens during the last resurrection and final judgment according to the Revelation scroll?
- (VIDEO TIMELINE – 39:47) What lesson does Yeshua convey through the parable of the rich man and Lazarus?
- (VIDEO TIMELINE – 42:41) What does Paul explain about the state of the dead and the resurrection?
