Why did Jesus hate the Nicolaitians ?



It is observed that one of the main reasons Jesus hated the Nicolaitans is due to the way their ecclesia was governed. 
 
They elevated themselves creating a great disparity between leadership & the people.
 
It is absolutely imperative to submit to, honor and respect elders & authority.

However, not so to the point that an unnatural distinction is enforced between the two. .
This overly exerted lordship and control is what Jesus hated.
Jesus walked and provided the prime example of a healthy relationship between the rabbi and disciple. He sat with them, ate with them, had great intimacy with the 12.
There were no airs that separated them. 
Instead there was a great bond of love and brotherhood.
 
❤️love Ahava Sarah
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*Remembering Jesus and His amazing ways .... He came to serve not to be served, He humbly bowed down and washed the feet of His disciples ... (I believe that caused His disciples to honor Him so much more deeply) ..... what a beautiful tender heart He has 💞💕
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