The silence of Scripture often discloses sadness, as in the case of Ephesus. But the feelings of the Spirit of God cannot be restrained. In faithfulness, He lays His finger on the sore spot. In remonstrance, all the more powerful because of its restraint and brevity, He says, "Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love." Rev. 2:44Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. (Revelation 2:4).
The touching reproof and appeal of the Lord speaks to our hearts that He values our love, and it is in the healthful exercise of this bond that we are kept. May this have a special voice to each one of us at this present time.