Chapter two begins the letters to the seven churches. It comprises the letters to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, and Thyatira. Each of the letters to the seven churches follows the following standard formula which includes an address to the angel of the church, a trait of Jesus from the inaugural vision, a reminder that Jesus is aware of their circumstances, a commendation and encouragement (except for Sardis and Laodicea who receive no commendation), a rebuke (except for Smyrna and Philadelphia, which receive only commendation and encouragement), and promise of eternal life for the faithful.
