We find ourselves at church #6 today. So far, we’ve discussed Ephesus, the careless church, Smyrna, the crowned church, Pergamos, the compromising church Thyatira, the corrupted church, and Sardis, the feeble church. If we were keeping an overview of pros and cons of each church we’ve discussed so far, it would look a little likeContinue reading “Jesus’ Group Text: Philadelphia (Faithful)”
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Jesus’ Group Text: Sardis (Feeble & Dying)
The next church to be addressed is the church at Sardis. If you’re keeping up, we’ve covered the careless church (Ephesus), the crowned church (Smyrna), the compromising church (Pergamos), and the corrupted church (Thyatira). Today’s church is known as the feeble church. Feeble means lacking physical strength. But it can also mean lacking spiritual strength,Continue reading “Jesus’ Group Text: Sardis (Feeble & Dying)”
Jesus’ Group Text: Thyatira (Corruption)
We are on our 4th church addressed in the letter John wrote on behalf of Jesus. We’ve looked at the church at Ephesus – the careless church because they had been careless with their first love for Jesus. Then we discussed Smyrna – the crowned church. This was a church whose people were persecuted andContinue reading “Jesus’ Group Text: Thyatira (Corruption)”
Jesus’ Group Text: Ephesus & Smyrna (Passion & Persecution)
We are in Revelation 2 today. Last week, in Revelation 1, John was given a message, a vision, and instructions from Jesus. Revelation 1:19 NKJV Jesus tells John, “Write the things which you have seen, and the things which are, and the things which will take place after this.” Revelation 1 was what John hadContinue reading “Jesus’ Group Text: Ephesus & Smyrna (Passion & Persecution)”
We’re Going to be Okay
It’s a little hard to believe that this time four years ago, we were about to experience a worldwide pandemic. Some of the common phrases we heard were “unprecedented”, “unchartered territory”, and “unknown”. What was so frightening to many of us was the fear of the unknown. Especially in the beginning of it, we wouldContinue reading “We’re Going to be Okay”
Remaining Under His Wings
Is there anything that you are afraid of? Chances are you can identify with one of the top ten most popular phobias. 10. Germs 9. Public places 8. Social events 7. Shots or needles 6. Lightning and thunder 5. Dogs 4. Flying 3. Heights 2. Snakes 1. Spiders[i] Most of us can relate to atContinue reading “Remaining Under His Wings”
Totally Righteous, Dude!
As the end of the year approaches, there will be many lists that are generated as a summary of this past year. Best-selling book of the year. Celebrities who passed away during 2023. Billboard charts, most popular names for boys and girls, most profitable movies, etc. There are lists of the most popular slang wordsContinue reading “Totally Righteous, Dude!”
A Treasure in the Field
Psalm 30:5b NIV “Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.” The book of Ruth certainly proves this to be true. The book of Ruth begins with three funerals and ends with a wedding and a baby. We left Ruth returning to Naomi after asking Boaz to redeem her by marrying her. NaomiContinue reading “A Treasure in the Field”
Do You Like Me? Check One. Yes or No
We left off in Ruth Chapter 2 last week where Boaz inquired about Ruth and has shown considerable favor towards her. Ruth is astonished and somewhat bewildered by the kindness, generosity, and grace that Boaz is extending to her. And mother-in-law Naomi has newfound hope and is seeing God’s blessings for the first time inContinue reading “Do You Like Me? Check One. Yes or No”
For Which Team Are You Scoring the Most Points?
English theologian, John Owen, who lived in the 1600s had this to say about temptation. “Occasions and opportunities for temptation are innumerable. No wonder I do not know how deeply involved I have been with sin.” I’m hoping that as we have been discussing temptation, we have all become more and more aware of theContinue reading “For Which Team Are You Scoring the Most Points?”
Beacons of Light 