Laodicea: Lukewarm and Lazy

I. The Laodicean Situation

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II. Jesus’ ______________ - _________

________ and _______ _________: He _____ with _______ what the Laodiceans ____ _______

III. Jesus’ ____________ - _________

A. You _______ me ________

1. _____________

2. _____________

3. The _________ _________

a.) _________

b.) _________

c.) _________

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IV. How might we fall into this trap?

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V. Jesus’ ___________ - _________

A. _________

B. ________ = ___________

VI. Jesus’ __________ - __________

A. ______________ and ________ ___________

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Going deeper

Use these questions in your devotional time or discuss them around the dinner table.

1. How does a group of people lose its sense of self-awareness?

2. How can a passionate follower of Christ become lukewarm?

3. Have you experienced Jesus’ discipline or correction? Did it feel like love?

4. Jesus demands to be the supplier of riches, clothing, and healing for the Laodiceans. What does this practically mean for you?

5. Looking back at all seven churches, which characteristics of each church most resemble our church? Which ones most resemble your spiritual life?

6. We will celebrate the Lord’s Supper next week. What does it look like for you to be prepared to partake?