The goal of the Christian life is not to escape death—but to be faithful to Jesus. That’s a sobering statement. Yet it cuts through the distractions and comforts that often lull us into spiritual complacency. The church in Smyrna, one of the seven churches addressed by Jesus in Revelation 2, knew this all too well. … Continue reading The Persecuted Church – Revelation 2:8-11
In the bustling city of Ephesus, a thriving commercial hub at the intersection of major highways and home to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, stood a church with an impressive pedigree. Founded by Paul, nurtured by Timothy, and likely shepherded by John, this congregation seemed to have it all. From the … Continue reading The Loveless Church – Revelation 2:1-7
In a world frequently consumed by the superficial, humanity yearns for glimpses of deeper truths. One such profound revelation is encountered in Revelation 1:9-20. Here, the Apostle John, isolated on the barren island of Patmos, receives a vision that defines not what Jesus looks like, but who He truly is. It is a divine encounter, … Continue reading What Does Jesus Look Like – Revelation 1:9-20
In a world that often feels chaotic and uncertain, how should we as Christians live? The book of Revelation offers us a powerful reminder and call to action. Adrian Rogers once said, We ought to be living as though Jesus died yesterday, rose this morning and is coming back this afternoon. Revelation, often misunderstood as merely … Continue reading Urgent Faithfulness – Revelation 1:4-8
There’s a moment in C.S. Lewis’s The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe that captures the essence of anticipation and hope. When Mr. Beaver utters the words, “They say Aslan is on the move—perhaps has already landed,” something extraordinary happens. The children, who had never heard of Aslan before, suddenly feel a stirring within them. Edmund experiences … Continue reading Aslan is on the Move – Revelation 1:1-5
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