I have set (δεδωκα). Perfect active indicative of διδωμ, "I have given" (a gift of Christ, this open door). See Lu 12:51 for a lik…

I know thy works. See Barnes on Revelation 2:2.

Behold, I have set before thee an open door. This refers to his authority …

I know your works: behold, I have set (better, given) before you an open door (better,…

Here the knowledge of the speaker and his verdict blend together in untarnished praise as in the letter to Smyrna. An awkward part of this verse is…

I know your works
Good works, of faith, love, and patience; and which lay much in preaching, professing, and maintai…

The same Lord Jesus has the key of government and authority in and over the church. He opens a door of opportunity to his churches; He opens a door…