The Introduction to the Persecuted Church (Revelation 2:8)
Christ reminds them that He suffered but now reigns and at the end of their suffering they will reign with Him (Revelation 1:17-18)
Their suffering is producing in them glory (2 Corinthians 4:16-18)
Their suffering is making them worthy (2 Thessalonians 1:3-5)

The Situation of the Persecuted Church (Revelation 2:9-10a)
They are facing religious persecution inspired by the Devil (Revelation 12:13-17)

The Promise to the Persecuted Church (Revelation 10b-11)
They will receive the crown of life (Revelation 2:10b, James 1:12)
They will not be hurt by the 2nd death (Revelation 2:11, 20:11-15)