“He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” Revelation 3:6 For the fifth time in Revelation we hear familiar words – “He who has an ear, let him hear whatthe Spirit says to the churches”. Beginning with Thyatira the Lord moves this exhortation to hear to the end… Continue reading 4-2-24: For Those In The Dead church Who Can Still Hear
Category: Daily Devotion
4-1-24: The Overcomers in the Dead Church
“He who overcomes shall be clothed in white garments, and I will not blot out his name from the Book of Life; but I will confess his name before My Father and before His angels.” Revelation 3:5 The Lord has just explained there are a few believers in Sardis. Now He encourages them to endure,… Continue reading 4-1-24: The Overcomers in the Dead Church
3-31-24: The Mercy Seat
“Mary stood weeping outside the tomb, and as she wept she stooped to look into the tomb.And she saw two angels in white, sitting where the body of Jesus had lain, one at the head and one at the feet.” John 20:11-12 At the tomb on Easter morning Mary encountered an unbelievable sight. In Jesus’… Continue reading 3-31-24: The Mercy Seat
3-30-24: A Few, But Only A Few
“You have a few names even in Sardis who have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with Me in white, for they are worthy.” Revelation 3:4 More stunning words from the Lord. In the dead church at Sardis there are a few believers – people who have placed their faith andtrust in Christ.… Continue reading 3-30-24: A Few, But Only A Few
3-29-24: Ten Bridesmaids
“At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten bridesmaids who took their lamps and went to wait for the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise.” Matthew 25:1-2 In Matthew 25 the Lord tells a parable. This parable follows His discussion of the last days. He starts His parable by saying “at… Continue reading 3-29-24: Ten Bridesmaids
3-28-24:The Impact of Christ’s Return
“For you yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so comes as a thief in the night.”I Thessalonians 5:2 In Matthew 24:44 the Lord said “Be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him”. The Lord tells us two certainties in this verse. First He is coming… Continue reading 3-28-24:The Impact of Christ’s Return
3-27-24:A Thief In The Night
“Therefore if you will not watch, I will come upon you as a thief, and you will not know what hour I will come upon you.” Revelation 3:3 The Lord shared His counsel with the dead church. For the church at Sardis this is a life or death decision. Obey the one with all authority… Continue reading 3-27-24:A Thief In The Night
3-26-24: Repent!
“Remember therefore how you have received and heard; hold fast and repent.” Revelation 3:3 The Lord continues His admonition and counsel to the dead church of Sardis. In the first part of the verse He urges them to be watchful and strengthen the things that remain. He is reminding them that He is coming back… Continue reading 3-26-24: Repent!
3-25-26: Unacceptable Sacrifices
“Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die, for I have not found your works perfect before God.” Revelation 3:2 The Lord continues His instruction to His church at Sardis. He is giving them urgent instruction as to what needs to change. They are on their death bed and there… Continue reading 3-25-26: Unacceptable Sacrifices
3-24-24: Stay Alert
“Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die, for I have not found your works perfect before God.” Revelation 3:2 With no commendation to give the church at Sardis, the Lord states the problem in the church – they look alive but they are dead. The word is past tense… Continue reading 3-24-24: Stay Alert