Posts with the tag “perserverance”

In Revelation 3:1–6, Jesus performs an autopsy on the church at Sardis. Though they had a reputation for being alive, Christ declares them spiritually dead. Their past success masked present decay. Ye...  Read More

In His letter to the church in Thyatira, Jesus reveals Himself as the Son of God who sees all things and judges righteously. He graciously commends their love, faith, service, and endurance—but He str...  Read More

Jesus’ letter to the church in Smyrna reveals a congregation that was poor, persecuted, and slandered—yet spiritually rich. Christ introduces Himself as the eternal and resurrected Lord, reminding suf...  Read More

What does faithful Christianity look like in the face of suffering? In this message from Revelation 2:8–11, we explore Jesus’ words to the persecuted church in Smyrna—a church poor in the world’s eyes...  Read More

In the ancient city of Ephesus, a remarkable congregation once thrived. By all outward appearances, this church was exemplary—doctrinally sound, morally pure, and tireless in their work for the kingdo...  Read More

What happens when a church does everything right—but no longer loves Jesus? In this message from Revelation 2:1–7, we hear Christ’s words to the church in Ephesus, a faithful and doctrinally sound con...  Read More

Jesus’ letter to the church in Ephesus reveals a congregation that was doctrinally sound, morally disciplined, and hardworking—yet dangerously lacking in love for Him. Though faithful in many ways, th...  Read More

Finding Your Way Through Life's Cornfields: Lessons from Joseph's Journey Have you ever felt completely lost, unsure of which direction to take in life? Imagine driving through endless cornfields, com...  Read More