Its strategic location on the Aegean coast made Smyrna a natural hub for trade and commerce. Ships from across the Mediterranean docked in its bustling harbor, bringing with them goods, ideas, and people from all over the empire. This economic vitality brought wealth and cultural diversity, but it also meant that pagan religions and philosophies flourished, and Christians faced increasing social and economic pressure to conform.

And yet, it is to this city — full of power, prestige, and pressure — that Jesus writes one of His most sympathetic and encouraging messages in Revelation 2. The believers in Smyrna, though materially poor and persecuted, are called “rich” by the risen Christ. In a city known for its beauty and strength, it was the faithfulness of the Church under fire that truly stood out.

Here is the Video Link:

Dear Smyrna

Here is the link to the Spotify Episode:

Dear Smyrna

Be Blessed!

Paige