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General – “A called out Assembly​ Specifically – “A called out assembly of saved, baptized believers, organized to glorify God” I. Biblical uses of word “church” a. General assembly – Acts 7:38 b. Entire Body of Christ Matthew 16:18 , Ephesians 5:25 , c. Specific local assembly or body of believers Galatians…

Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 29:10-31:30 Haftarah: Isaiah 61:10-63:9 Review Three Weeks Picture of the Three Weeks of Sorrow/ 3 Rebukes 7 Consolations: “Nachamu Nachamu,” the doubled consoling. Comforted but Zion said alone Third consolation: anaya Soarah: Afflicted and Stormed Tossed 67 Before I was afflicted…

Good morning. I am so glad that we can be here together this morning. As we have journeyed in Revelation I realized that we have been doing a lot of set up and overview of the book so far. If I am honest with you this is very intentional. Due to the nature of what Revelation is we can’t escape that it…

The Letter from Jesus Imagine you are part of Ephesus Christian Church Rich, prominent city Pastors: Paul, Timothy, John (last apostle) Received three letters that would end up in the Bible Your pastor, who is in jail, sends you a letter What they are doing right: They work hard They cannot tolerate…

Torah Portion: Numbers 8:1-12:16 Haftarah: Zechariah 2:10-4:7 Review Map of the Journey in the Wilderness Picture of the Priesthood of Zadok - righteous Sons of Levi/ Priesthood Genealogy Picture Sons of Levi: nazir Nazareth Nazir nṣr Introduction Torah Portion: Numbers 8:1-12:16 Haftarah: Zechariah…

8 “And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write: ‘The words of the first and the last, who died and came to life. 9 “ ‘I know your tribulation and your poverty (but you are rich) and the slander of those who say that they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. 10 Do not fear what you are…

First Love 1 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. 2 “ ‘I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are evil, but have tested those who…

Easter 2024 - A Borrowed Tomb. Jesus died the death of a slave, but was buried like a rich man. He borrowed a tomb that was meant for someone else, and conquered death, hell and the grave. Will you let Jesus borrow your tomb?

Introduction Beginning in the 8 verse of the second chapter we read these words “Write to the angel of the church in Smyrna: Thus says the First and the Last, the one who was dead and came to life: I know your affliction and poverty, but you are rich. I know the slander of those who say they are Jews…

Revelation 2:1-7

Stand with me and let’s read Rev 2:1-7 together “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: This is what the One who holds the seven stars in His right hand, the One who walks among the seven golden lampstands, says: ‘I know your deeds and your toil and perseverance, and that you cannot bear with those…

Revelation 2:1-7 As we concluded chapter one, we observed our Lord standing in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks or the seven churches of Asia Minor. The significance of these seven churches can be seen in the chart on our introductory notes. Overview of the Seven Churches Practically Viewed…

What if… you could know what tomorrow held for you? Would you want to know? Would it offer you HOPE ? An old legend tells of a merchant in Baghdad who one day sent his servant to the market. Before very long the servant came back, white and trembling, and in great agitation said to his master: “Down…

My wife and I had a prolonged engagement of 13 months. In that time I would sit down and write her a “love note” each day and drop it in the mail. Many were lovey dovey, mushy and gushy. I expressed my heart, I shared my desires with her, and even from time to time would encourage her in some way to…

24 Elders Listed 4 times in the Book of Revelation. Revelation 4:4 (KJV 1900) 4 And round about the throne were four and twenty seats : and upon the seats I saw four and twenty elders sitting , clothed in white raiment ; and they had on their heads crowns of gold . Revelation 4:10–11 (KJV 1900) 10 The…

Salvation, Sanctification, Rewards This is a faithful saying 1 Timothy 1:15 “ This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief.” 1 Timothy 3:1 “ This is a faithful saying : If a man desires the position of a bishop, he desires…

Revelation 2:8-11

The Lamp We are lamps of the Holy Spirit in our world - both individually and corporately. Exodus 27:20-21 Exodus 27:20 "And you shall command the children of Israel that they bring you pure oil of pressed olives for the light, to cause the lamp to burn continually. 21 In the tabernacle of meeting, outside…

How many of you remember what it was like the first time you fell in love with your spouse? Maybe you remember the butterflies you had. Maybe you remember the moment it clicked for you. You remember the feelings you had and you knew that you did not want to spend the rest of your life without that person.…

Intro: Some subjects are easier than others to talk about. I like talking about being strong in doctrine, strong in good works, and things like that. Among my least favourite topics is spiritual opposition. I know it is real. I have seen it, experienced it and have counselled many who are dealing with…

We all want to be part of a good church. This was no different in first century. Jesus is the first—preeminent one. As we open up our letter this morning we see this write at the begining. Smyrna as a culture boasted about being of the best, and one of the first to get a temple to one of the Caeasar’s.…

Often churches think they are a good church because they have lots of programs, or they hold orthodox views. Today we see that what was important to Jesus Christ was that the curch have LOVE.

Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near. The Lord is coming back, soon! I don’t care what one’s view of second coming of Jesus is, to some extent. What is essential for us to remember…

Revelation 2:1–7 (ESV) — 1 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. 2 “ ‘I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are evil, but have…

Revelation 2:10 What kind of crowns are there? In the Hebrew, there are three words for a crown that is worn on the head. Each one is used with different significance. Hebrew “Nezer” is a crown to set apart the high priest and the kings of Israel. In the Septuagint, it is translated as “Diadem”. Let’s…