Dear John and all Doves,
      Why is the faith house of Smyrna, the suffering one in the book of Revelation of the 7 faith congregations, not offered the open door as well as Philadelphia? Both are commended. There are spiritual problems in Smyrna yet during the ten days of suffering while cast into some kind of prison experience there is change and a hope for release from circumstances. The fire of suffering purifies. Even in only ten days? Yes. What do these  days mean with release after them? Can some of those at Smyrna become Philadelphians? Can some of those at the other 5 become Philadelphians? If so, then these can also go through the open door promised the Philadelphians!
      Once past the summer solstice of  6-21 add ten days and we are at 7-3 or Tammuz 17. Are we in a ten day count down of purging suffering? Or will this period be later? Or does it mean personal ten day periods for many individuals which can overlap? Yet the promise is to endure up to the ten days then there is an end to it. Any thoughts on this, Doves? If the route to Philadelphia is through Smyrna suffering amid tribulation, who is willing to do this?
      Even if the Bridegroom seems to tarry, may be be watching. Thank you David and Susie Parker for your fine posting. I found it very comforting. Will the miracle by the millions be soon? Would we be Philadelphian Bride? Will we take the Smyrna route to there if necessary? Bless you each and all.

With Love and Shalom,
Jean Stepnoski