PART 2 PATRIARCHAL OVERREACH (# 2 HISTORY OF THE MINISTRY PATRIARCHY SERIES) -

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PATRIARCHAL OVERREACH Part 2

PART 2 HISTORY OF MINISTRY PATRIARCHY

“Because thou sayest, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing;
and knowest not that thou art wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked:
I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou mayest be rich…” Rev 3:17-18

CHURCH OF LAODICEA EPIC CHOICES

HISTORY: SERVANT LEADER CHRIST MEETS HIERARCHY MEETS ORTHODOXY MEETS LP GENDER CONTROL

This is a Taveau D’Arcy Creative Leadership well researched, Luke Eyewitness theory which now appears to be confirmed the Chat GPT AI….If this is untrue, then please connect with me. (abiding in James 3:17 respectful true fruit) Email: crossbodyunity@gmail.com

I, Sr Authority Dr Taveau D’Arcy, submits that the Apostle Paul teaching in Matthew ,about “keep your women silent in church” was taken out of context, made into law and the Christian Levitical Patriarchy, took over the genders in most ‘authoritarian” and structured sr ministries..up until now.

At a later date I will begin with First Man and woman, historic Adam and Eve, and go through the garden Fall, pick up where the need for rules arose and how the Torah Law, the Abraham patriarchs, were not the Levitical Patriarchs until the absorbed false religions, false authority ,bias and controlling from the false and secular religions of the days. I begin here with First Church( Jesus, Bible ,Paul) and the beginning of what I believe might be the Christian ministry absolute, strict patriarchy

The Godly remnant is not included in this. I respect their values and ministry humble, holy fear of the Lord.

Sincerely,
Dr. T -EORR Cross Body Unity International,founder

Examining Authority in Lukewarm Ministry, the Rise of Gender Bias and Human Objectification, Marginalization in Ministry

1. The “Attained” Laodicean Church and the Rise of Hierarchical Religious Control

“Because thou sayest, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing; and knowest not that thou art wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked:
I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou mayest be rich…“Revelation 3:17–18 (KJV)

A Self-Deceived Church Age

This message wasn’t just for Laodicea — it speaks prophetically to entire movements throughout church history:

Outwardly successful, but inwardly spiritually bankrupt
Confident in their own systems, yet blind to Jesus’ true Kingdom
Boasting in hierarchy, more organization, being efficient, having big numbers, looking good, being “cool” and hip to gain many clubby true followers;plus there’s orthodoxy, the many buildings, mega campuses, appealing media and finances..while neglecting the ‘true nature and non “mammon- preoccupied and servant-hearted leadership of Christ

2. Outline: Church History and the Rise of Hierarchical Control
Note the following are now instituted and inter-related with this “control” and are now an accepted, expected basic part “Christ following” tradition,form and loving style

After the early apostolic era, parts of the institutional church fell into:

Orthodox formalism (focus on correct form, but loss of spiritual intimacy)
***key vocabulary word to this modern accomplished day)..”Top-down” governance (bishops, archbishops, councils replacing Acts-style mutuality) (one authority ,not mutual submission, Ephesians 5:21 as in “organic” Bible First church_
Clericalism (dividing clergy from “laity”)(removed the authority, power, the right to say from the every day people) elevated the leaders above the Lay which is now. This form of Christian office ministry ‘the all male patriarchy” later removed the Bible from the hands of the common people and in this persons submitted opinion, is started the Middle Ages. Dark Ages and modern cluelessness about the deep things of the Most High God.
Silencing women and nonconformists(digging deep into Bible, Paul, Christ and First Church organic, history)
Censuring those who “did not submit” to the hierarchy (authoritarians still control using this accusing “false authority, patriacian “submission” doctrine today (ye shepherding Top Dog “Big Boss ” usually turf guarding movement)

Taveau asks Chat GPT

When Did It Start, Shift And Drift from First Church Bible, Christ “organic?”

Chat replies
This drift began even in the 2nd–3rd centuries and grew under Constantinian Christianity, the medieval church, and some Reformation movements.

3. Point in Church History When Women Were Marginalized by Hierarchical Religion

Laodicean-style religion slowly excluded women from:

Teaching, pastoring, or apostolic roles
Speaking unless “under” a man
Public expression of spiritual gifts
Leadership, even if their fruit and call were obvious

This bias wasn’t based on Jesus or Paul’s actual teachings, but on cultural patriarchy cloaked as doctrine.

Era	Shift
1st century	Mutual submission, many female leaders, Spirit-led
2nd–3rd century	Roman-style hierarchy enters
4th century	Constantine institutionalizes top-down control
5th–15th centuries	Patriarchal norms become theology
Post-Reformation	Doctrine changed, patriarchy retained
20th–21st centuries	Patriarchal revival in some Spirit-filled circles

4. LAODICEA Settings and Context of the Church of Laodicea

Taveau asks Chat GPT:

Please describe the historic setting of of the Revelation 3:15-15 Church Laodicea

Aside: Try to envision a sprouting First Church in Asia Minor, Modern Day Turkey

Chat GPT replies:

Laodicea Setting & Cultural Context

Laodicea was a wealthy city in the Roman province of Phrygia, situated near the Lycus River in modern-day Turkey. Its strategic location on major trade routes contributed to its prosperity, making it a hub for banking, textile production, and medicine. The city was known for its black wool and a famous medical school that produced eye salve .Wikipedia+2Bible Hub+2Biblical Archaeology Society+2Academia+3DivineNarratives+3Biblical Archaeology Society+3Wikipedia

The city’s water supply came from hot springs in Hierapolis, transported via aqueducts. By the time the water reached Laodicea, it was lukewarm, a fact that Jesus uses metaphorically in Revelation 3:15-16 to describe the spiritual state of the Laodicean church .Academia+2Wikipedia+2Israel My Glory+2Israel My Glory+1Wikipedia+1

5. Historical Background & Early Church

Here’s a detailed timeline tracing the development of authoritarian control and patriarchal doctrines in Christian ministry, particularly how Greco-Roman culture influenced the early church and shifted it away from Jesus’ and Paul’s original servant leadership model.

The Christian community in Laodicea was likely established through the ministry of Epaphras, a disciple of Paul, as indicated in Colossians 1:7 and 4:12-13. Paul expresses concern for the Laodicean believers in Colossians 2:1 and instructs the Colossians to exchange letters with the church in Laodicea (Colossians 4:16) .Israel My GloryWikipedia

A notable figure in the Laodicean church was Nympha, who hosted a church in her house (Colossians 4:15), indicating the presence of female leadership in the early Christian community.

6. About the Same Time Period: The Emerging Patriarchal Authority Structures & Doctrines

Taveau asks Chat GPT:

Q. Out of all Christian history, can you pinpoint an exact era in time, when the false doctrine of authoritarian human control came into what was the First Church of “servant leader” and Ephesians 5:21 ‘mutual submission in the fear of the Lord’ with not one person or ministry “over” all of the rest, plus “no” authoritarians or totalitarians.

Q. Would all of that possibly have happened when the Greek and Roman culture got into the church and the human people formed systems, like orthodoxy with it’s hierarchy?

Q. . And it this ‘when” “where’ and “how” the command by apostle Paul about “women keeping silent in the church” came about?

Q.Was.also the exact era of time or teaching which started Christian ministry patriarchy?

Chat GPT answers:

7 . Point: Emerging Authoritarian Control

The shift toward authoritarian control and patriarchal structures in Christian history can be traced to the period when Greco-Roman cultural norms began influencing the church’s organization and doctrines. This transformation occurred over several centuries, marked by key developments:

Point. Emergence of Hierarchical Structures

Bible Organic: In the early Christian communities, leadership was characterized by “mutual submission” (Ephesians 5:21) and shared responsibilities among believers, as emphasized in Ephesians 5:21.

Point: The World:

However, as the church expanded, it adopted organizational models reminiscent of Roman administrative systems. By the second and third centuries, the concept of apostolic succession gained prominence, asserting that bishops inherited authority directly from the apostles.

Pastor TD Point: This Ministry Doctrinal Form, a “Cloistured Members of a Firm” methodology became common and accepted ,and is world wide huge today

Point:The Start of It All:

This belief legitimized a hierarchical structure, positioning bishops as central figures overseeing multiple congregations, akin to Roman provincial governors. Fabrizio Musacchio

Point: TD assesses this as

… the start of what is now known as the TOP DOWN CHURCH, (see the article about VOCABULARY) ,first week of May, 2025) AUTHORITY which is often prone to be the Chief Authoritarian, hierarchy and structure, formality, control,. And we note how this authoritarian development is a KEY NOW for the huge ministry patriarchal “anti leader Christ women” thing. (my submitted respectful Selah)

8. THE START OF A PATRIARCHY IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY

Sister T wonders: Follow the Rules OR Follow the Lord?

It began with the Institutionalization of Christian Ministry and It’s Patriarchal Shift

Note:

The legalization of Christianity under Emperor Constantine in the early 4th century further entrenched hierarchical and patriarchal structures within the church. The Council of Laodicea (AD 363–364) exemplifies this shift, as it established regulations that curtailed certain practices and reinforced clerical authority.**

**TD notes this is when /how the servant leader, with no big I’s, little you’s was removed from the common folk and turned into the Top Down Church, (see vocabulary article for more explanation”

Just My Theory: Note the Start of Blocking, Withstanding, Accusation, Oppression, Devaluing the many Christian Women:

Notably, this same period saw the marginalization of women’s roles in ministry, despite earlier acknowledgments of their contributions.

For instance, women like Phoebe, referred to as a deaconess in Romans 16:1,
and Junia, noted as “outstanding among the apostles” in Romans 16:7, were prominent in early Christian leadership.
Over time, however, women’s roles were diminished or reinterpreted to align with the prevailing patriarchal norms. (and Apostle Paul’s teachings were reinterprited (changed ) to reflect the ministry Top Down patriarchy (all men, only) see below:

9. Reinterpretation of Pauline Teachings

The writings of the Apostle Paul have been subject to various interpretations over the centuries.

Point: While Paul acknowledged and commended female leaders in the early church, later theological developments emphasized passages that appeared to restrict women’s roles, such as 1 Timothy 2:12.

Point: This selective emphasis contributed to the establishment of a male-dominated ecclesiastical hierarchy, diverging from the more inclusive practices of the early Christian communities.

10. Conclusion

Note: The transition from egalitarian (every one as a peer, equal) early Christian communities to hierarchical and patriarchal institutions was a gradual process influenced by cultural assimilation, theological reinterpretation, and organizational needs.

TD Point: Recognizing this historical evolution is crucial for understanding contemporary discussions on church leadership and gender roles.

Taveau’s Question to the Leader Reader: Did the Increasingly busy, institutionalized more formal, Top Dog (top down) form or Authority lead to this dismissive, biased, often misogynist, using, devaluing also anti woman authority, leader, minister Levitical Patriarchy?

11. More About Church History:

This next list leads up to the 400 AD Constantine Formality, Orthodoxy and Structure, the Ministry Ritualistic, Institutionalized Form of Legalistic Patriarchy (TD’s observation)

A) Early Church – Apostolic Era (30–100 AD)

Jesus Christ (c. 30 AD): Modeled servant leadership (Matt. 20:25–28), uplifted women (Luke 8:1–3; John 4), and taught mutual submission (Matt. 23:8–12).
Acts Church (c. 33 AD): Operated in house churches led by both men and women (Acts 2:46, Romans 16).
Apostle Paul (c. 50–65 AD): Promoted egalitarian theology (Galatians 3:28; Ephesians 5:21), yet also addressed specific church problems in letters (e.g., 1 Corinthians 14:34–35, 1 Timothy 2:12) that were later universalized by church tradition.
Women mentioned in leadership: Phoebe (Romans 16:1), Priscilla (Acts 18), Junia (Romans 16:7), Lydia (Acts 16).

++ Church structure: Mutual submission, Holy Spirit-led leadership, flexible, communal.

12. NOTE: First Church Shifts…leading up to the Patriarchy

B) Post-Apostolic Fathers (100–200 AD)

Ignatius of Antioch (c. 110 AD): Strongly advocated for monoepiscopacy (one bishop per city), introducing early forms of hierarchical control.
Didache (c. 100–150 AD): Suggests a shift toward institutional leadership—bishops, deacons.
Patriarchal Greco-Roman ideas began influencing Christian norms: women pushed out of public ministry.++ Shift: From Spirit-led house church to bishop-overseen regional churches.

C) Romanization of the Church (200–313 AD)**

**Note: Entrance of Anti Woman Control

Tertullian (c. 200 AD): Began arguing against female authority, linked Eve to false teaching.
Rise of the Old Roman Creed and formal doctrine.
Women’s roles diminished, called heretical or mystical if leading.
Martyrdom culture created male hero worship; leadership tied to suffering, not service.

++ Doctrinal policing, first signs of male-dominated theology forming.

13. Laodicean Epic Time

In its early years, the Laodicean church likely operated with a structure emphasizing mutual submission and shared leadership, as advocated by Paul in Ephesians 5:21.

However, over time, the church, like many others, developed a more hierarchical structure.

a) Constantine & Imperial Christianity (313–476 AD)

313 AD: Constantine legalizes Christianity (Edict of Milan).
Church aligns with empire. Bishops gain state-sponsored authority.
325 AD: Council of Nicaea – focus on doctrinal uniformity, orthodoxy, and top-down control.
367 AD: Athanasius defines canon (with Paul’s letters interpreted through male-dominant lens).
Council of Laodicea (363–364 AD): Bans women clergy.
Christianity now reflects Roman patriarchal hierarchy and government-style ecclesiology.
** Greco-Roman patriarchy becomes norm; Pauline restrictions misused universally.

FORMALITY USUALLY BRINGS AUTHORITARIAN CONTROL

b) Formality and the arrival of the “Top Down” Church
The First Church after 400 years, Laodicean (seen it all before, accustomed, well off ) Church

By the 4th century, Laodicea hosted a significant ecclesiastical assembly known as the Council of Laodicea (circa AD 363-364), which addressed various theological and administrative issues, including the establishment of a unified Christian doctrine** and combating heretical teachings** .The Bible Stories+1Bible Hub+1

** But…TD asks “but what about Apostle Paul’s Ephesians 4 “common doctrines?” and the servant leader “more organic” method,servant leader form of Church?

A False Teacher on the scene: One of the notable figures associated with Laodicea was Apollinaris of Laodicea, a 4th-century bishop known for his opposition to Arianism. However, his own teachings, which denied the existence of a rational human soul in Christ, were later deemed heretical and condemned by the First Council of Constantinople in 381 .Wikipedia

c) Cultural Influences & Deviations from Early Teachings

Entitled? Self Absorbed?
Laodicea’s wealth and exposure to various philosophical and religious ideas, including Greco-Roman paganism and Gnosticism, presented challenges for early Christians seeking to maintain their beliefs amidst competing ideologies .The Bible Stories

The city’s affluence may have led to a sense of self-sufficiency and complacency within the church, as reflected in Revelation 3:17, where the Laodiceans claim, “I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing,” unaware of their spiritual poverty.

This attitude indicates a departure from the early church’s principles of humility, dependence on Christ, and communal sharing, as seen in Acts 2:44-45.

14. Aside: MORE HISTORY: Anti Woman Poverty Roots

(note the misogyny and top down authoritarian massive patriarchal overreach control)

a) Middle Ages (476–1500 AD)

Papal power grows; Rome as supreme authority (papal infallibility roots).
Women viewed as spiritually inferior (Augustine, Aquinas).
Monasticism flourishes but restricts women to cloisters.
Salem Witch Trials (1600s) — Inherited from Middle Ages misogyny and suspicion of female influence.
++ Fruit of patriarchal overreach: control, silencing, witch-hunting, doctrinal abuse

b) Reformation Era (1500–1700 AD)

Luther, Calvin challenge papal control but retain patriarchy.
Women still banned from leadership, though some underground prophets/teachers emerge.
New wave of authoritarianism in Protestant sects: e.g., Shepherding movement, Puritanism.
++ No real change in gender equality—reform in doctrine but not in church power structure.

c) Modern Revivalism & Pentecostalism (1800s–1900s)

Early Pentecostal leaders: many were women (e.g., Aimee Semple McPherson).
Spirit-filled movements restored some First Church egalitarianism.
BUT: 1960s–1990s ushered in Levitical Patriarchy rebirth in:
- Shepherding movement (WELP) below
- Christian Reconstructionism (don’t know about this movement)
- Bill Gothard’s teachings
(TD’S CoinedTerm) WELP which means Western European Levitical Patriarchism in many genuine worship fine arts new ministries, many tied to NAR, Apostles in the Gates of the City, Famous Media, or national renown celebrity, many prophetic new moves and old timey traditional evil eye, mega, micro witch watching even occult, diving LP seer practices
SUBMISSIONISM
(Book of Acts styles(mostly impurecharismatic) and anti the Book of Acts (cessationism) Well intentioned almighty Bible stomping anti leader women Cessationism authoritarianism openly reviling and accuser name calling of leader women(know this targeting group will address s these calling out married Christian well known leader women..ASAP)
Turf Guarders: mostly submissionites..Almighty Christian turf guarding ,many well known, well off and non diverse well intentioned very popular ‘one size fits all ” authoritarian patriarchal vast ministry subcultures who bear the concerning, Pauline 2 Timothy 3:1-8, I Timothy 6:5 “from Such Turn Away” fruit…also well mannered many cults,(recognized by fruit)
++ Modern authoritarian ministries claim divine hierarchy, deny mutual submission, especially toward women.

15. REPRISE: BACK TO FIRST CHURCH ORGANIC AUTHORITY

NOTE: The Original New Testament Design Was Different

The early Body of Christ was not a “boys’ club” but a spiritual family marked by:

It was entire first church, offices, leaders, elders, lay, married couples Pauline Mutual Submission

++ Ephesians 5:21 (KJV)

“Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.”

This precedes any marital instruction and reflects relational mutuality, not authoritarian rule.

NOTE: Spiritual Equality with Different Callings

++ Galatians 3:28 (KJV)

“There is neither Jew nor Greek… male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.”

No caste system. No spiritual elite. No top-down control.

NOTE: Servant Leadership, Not Title Domination

++ Matthew 23:11 (KJV)

“But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.”

Q. Where Did Leadership Authority Go Wrong?

“I have need of nothing” is not just personal arrogance — it reflects systems of religion that:

No longer depend on Jesus personally
Replace spiritual discernment with policies and positions
Reject God’s chosen vessels based on tradition, gender, or appearance
Marginalize those who challenge the norm

16. POINT: Compare to Ephesians 4 and 5 (KJV)

++ Ephesians 4:11–13

God gave apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers to equip ALL for ministry — not to rule, but to build the Body. and the demands “relationship respect” (I John 1:7)

++Ephesians 5:21

Mutual submission isn’t optional. It’s foundational.

++1 Peter 5:3

“Neither as being lords over God’s heritage, but being examples to the flock.”

KEY The Laodicean Spirit Today

Also: Among the Signs of Spiritual Overreach and Hierarchical Error (Modern Levitical Patriarchy)

Laodicea isn’t just a dead church — it’s also a spirit influencing:

the grass roots devout followers of many micro, mega celebrity ministries
Gender accusing, –restrictive doctrine
Power-hungry “spiritual turf guarding,” “controlling, My Way of the High Way, usually big boss..also cult like pastoral cultures
Churches offices that use media, pulpits and pastor‘s gatherings to false witness, mock, revile, or exclude others in Christ’s Body

This spirit often appears when ministries say:

“We are the Only One God says it the Real teacher, prophet, apostle, pastor, evangelist and group, subculture as in ‘”we are the ONLY doctrinally correct — they’re all heretics”
“WE are the only gatekeepers of God’s voice”
“Those womenn shouldn’t be preaching — for THEY are all under US”
“That person, persons, those women are NOT submitted to OUR form, many rules, covering and so forth, therefore we will single them out, name them , expose them and revile them from our pulpit, our media and many targeting video.. Let’s “Name Em and Shame ‘Em’ It’s God WAY.
Repeating the error of the Pharisees and the Laodiceans: self-righteous, blind, and entitled

17. Gender Roles in Ministry

The early Laodicean church included female leadership, exemplified by Nympha, who hosted a church in her home (Colossians 4:15).

This aligns with the early Christian practice of mutual submission and the inclusion of women in ministry roles.

However, as the church became more institutionalized, cultural norms and hierarchical structures led to the marginalization of women in leadership. The Council of Laodicea, for instance, implemented canons that restricted women’s roles in the church, reflecting a shift away from the egalitarian practices of the early Christian community .The Bible Stories

18. Laodicean, Historical Lessons That Should Be Learned

The Laodicean church serves as a cautionary example of how cultural influences and institutionalization can lead to spiritual complacency and deviation from foundational Christian teachings. Key takeaways include:

Self-awareness: Regular self-examination to avoid spiritual lukewarmness.
Taveau says “happy people pleasing” as a realistic Selah
Dependence on Christ: Recognizing the need for continual reliance on Jesus rather than material wealth or status.
Inclusivity in Ministry: Embracing the early church’s practice of mutual submission and the inclusion of all believers, regardless of gender, in ministry roles.
Guarding Against Cultural Assimilation: Being vigilant against adopting cultural norms that conflict with Christian principles.

By returning to the teachings of Jesus and the practices of the early church, modern Christian communities can strive for a more authentic and spiritually vibrant faith.

19. We Must Return to the Simplicity of Christ

++ 2 Corinthians 11:3 (KJV)

“But I fear… as the serpent beguiled Eve… your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ.”

True Christianity is: TD adds

Christ-centered, The Narrow Way,
Pauline Common Doctrines, Common Goal of Ephesians 4: Transformed community, which effects society for the cause of Christ
Spirit-led and Bible teaching balanced
Mutually submitted in apostolic, 5 fold ministry, elders, leader, lay ,marriages, Christian community
Free from gender domination, defiling, devaluing, objectifying, hierarchal, word curse/ name calling,, abuse, and oppression, not condoning but respecting ALL who want to know Christ
Full of grace and truth (means know what’s in the actual Bible, not just preachers, leaders, version of it) and like Christ to the unbelieving Sadduceess “know both” Matthew 22:29 “You err (each one of us) not knowing the Scriptures or the power of God.”

NOTE: This is The Call …..to Study God’s Word, History for YOUR SELF

TD Remarks:

Apostle Paul commanded each one of us “Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling” Philippians 2:18 “Do not put your confidence in man” Psalm 118:8″ Do not put your confidence in princes” Psalm 118: 9

Instead, let every leader,lay, and junior leader every movement, every person:

Return to Christ’s servant model
Reject Laodicean pride
Honor Ephesians 5:21 before Ephesians 5:22
Avoid becoming the modern-day version of the Pharisees Jesus rebuked in Matthew 23

The phrase “I have need of nothing” comes from Revelation 3:17 (KJV). It is part of Jesus’ message to the lukewarm church of Laodicea — a powerful lesson for ministries, leaders, and believers today.

LAST DAYS POINT:

LAST, TITLES, INCOME, RANK AND STYLE DO NOT ETERNALLY MATTER.

Let’s learn from the Church Laodicea

Revelation 3:14–17 (KJV)

“14 And unto the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write; These things saith the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of the creation of God;

15 I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot.

16 So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.

17 Because thou sayest, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing; and knowest not that thou art wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked

CLOSING: Warning to Modern Ministries & Leaders

Many modern churches and movements say, “We’re well known, everybody loves us, Plus we’re successful. We’re big.And we have many followers, enough funds,plenty of buildings, and everyone recognizes our brand. We’re doing great.”
But if they are lukewarm, arrogant, self-promoting, controlling, or unteachable, Jesus says they are in grave spiritual danger.

Proverbs 16:18 (KJV)

Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

1 Corinthians 10:12 (KJV)

Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.

James 4:6 (KJV)

God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

God’s Solution (Revelation 3:18–20)

18 I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou mayest be rich…

19 As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.
20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock…

Christ offers refined gold (true spiritual riches), white raiment (purity), and eye salve (true discernment).
He rebukes because He loves.
He’s outside the door of some churches — knocking, not forcing His way in.

Final Thought

IT’S ABOUT “KNOWING CHRIST” .. not just “KNOWING FACTS AND BIBLE SCRIPTURES” ABOUT HIM,nor is it about ” OBEYING RELIGIOUS RULES” or “BEING AUTHORITY” “MAKING POLICIES”
It’s about walking close to Him in abiding, long suffering relationship and understanding His Methods, and HIS SINCERE HEART”

This passage is a wake-up call to ministries, prophets, apostles, pastors, and believers who may be in name only spiritual, but spiritually indifferent, boastful, or self-assured without intimacy with Christ.

“He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.” (Rev. 3:22 KJV)

Sincerely,
Taveau D’Arcy