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Sermon Series | The End Is All About Jesus | 8. The Churches of Jesus Part 6: The Loyal Church in Philadelphia

The End is All About Jesus The Churches of Jesus Part 6: The Loyal Church in Philadelphia Revelation 3:7-13 The Main Point: We must be loyal to Jesus, just as he is loyal to us! * The Loving City (v7a) * The Lord Jesus (v7b) * Jesus is the holy Lord. (Rev 4:8b) * Jesus is the true Lord. (1 Jn 5:20; Rev 6:10) * Jesus is the sovereign Lord. (Isa 22:22; Isa 9:7) * The Loyal Church (vv8-11) * They are loyal even though they are weak. (v8) * Loyalty to Jesus isn’t about earthly treasures. * They are loyal even though they are rejected. (v9; Jn 12:42; 16:2; Isa 45:14; Isa 43:4) * Loyalty to Jesus isn’t about earthly acceptance. (Jn 15:18) * They are loyal even though they are tested. (vv10-11; Heb 11:24-26; Jn 16:33; 17:15) * Loyalty to Jesus isn’t about earthly security. (Heb 11:35-38) The Lasting People (v12) * They will last as worshippers in the temple of God. * God’s loyal people have a better worship to look forward to. * They will last as citizens in the city of God. * God’s loyal people have a better home to look forward to. (Heb 13:14) * They will last as members of the family of God. * God’s loyal people have a better family to look forward to. * Will we remain loyal? (v13) Next week’s sermon: The Churches of Jesus: Part 7, The Lukewarm Church in Laodicea (Revelation 3:14-22)

Sermon Series | The End Is All About Jesus | 7. The Churches of Jesus Part 5: The Dead Church in Sardis

The End is All About Jesus The Churches of Jesus Part 5: The Dead Church in Sardis Revelation 3:1-6 The Main Point: A dead church relies on past reputation, but a living church lives in the reality of faith in Jesus. * A City with a Past Reputation (v1a) * It was strong. * It was overconfident. * A Christ with an Eternal Reputation (v1b) * He has the Spirit. (Isa 11:2; Jn 14:26; 16:7) * He holds the church. (Hebr 13:8) * A Church with an Present Reputation (vv1c-3) * They are accused. (v1c; Rom 8:10; Mt 7:21-23) * They are instructed. (vv2-3a) * “Be prepared!” (Mt 24:42-43; 1 Cor 16:13) * “Be strong!” (2 Thess 2:16-17; Jas 5:8) * “Be repentant!” * They are warned. (v3b) * Christians with a Future Reputation (vv4-6) * They will be holy. (Dan 12:10) * They will be safe. (Ex 32:33b) * They will be recognized. (Mt 7:23) * Next week’s sermon: The Churches of Jesus: Part 6, The Enduring Church in Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7-13)

Sermon Series | The End is All About Jesus | 6. The Churches of Jesus Part 4: The Growing Church in Thyatira

The End is All About Jesus The Churches of Jesus Part 4: The Growing Church in Thyatira Revelation 2:18-29 The Main Point: A growing church must protect itself from the dangerous influence of idolatry. * The True King (v18) * Ps 2:1-12; Mt 6:19-21 * A growing church follows Christ as their king. * The Growing Church (v19) * A growing church produces good works. (Ps 92:12) * The Idolatrous Influence (vv20-23) * 1 Ki 16:30-33; 21:21-24, 25-26 * A growing church is still a target. * The Faithful Remnant (vv24-25) * 1 Ki 18:3b-4 * A growing church must remain faithful to Christ. * The Promising Future (vv26-29) * A growing church has a future to look forward to, if they remain faithful to Christ. Next week’s sermon: The Churches of Jesus: Part 5, The Dead Church in Sardis (Revelation 3:1-6)

Sermon Series | The End Is All About Jesus | 5. The Churches of Jesus Part 3: The Vulnerable Church in Pergamum

The End is All About Jesus The Churches of Jesus Part 3: The Vulnerable Church in Pergamum Revelation 2:12-17 The Main Point: Right doctrine strengthens the Church. * Strong churches endure persecution. (v.12-13) * Strong churches reject false doctrine. (v.14-15) * Strong churches repent of their sins. (v.16) * Strong churches receive the prize. (v.17)

Discussion Series | Rooted | 7. Law Vs. Grace

Episode Summary Pastor Grant joins the conversation to help us work through one of the most important tensions in the Christian life — the relationship between law and grace. Why do Christians still struggle with sin after salvation? Why does guilt linger even after forgiveness? And what does sanctification actually look like day to day? Key Topics Covered * What the law does — and what it was never designed to do * What grace does — and what it doesn't excuse * Why guilt lingers after forgiveness * What sanctification actually looks like in real life Key Scriptures * Romans 3:20 — Through the law comes knowledge of sin * Romans 6:1–2 — Grace is not permission to sin * Romans 8:1 — No condemnation in Christ Jesus * Galatians 3:24 — The law as a tutor leading us to Christ * Philippians 2:12–13 — Work out your salvation * 1 John 1:9 — He is faithful to forgive Key Takeaways * The law is a mirror — it shows the problem but cannot fix it * Grace doesn't lower the standard — it meets it on your behalf * Conviction leads to repentance. Condemnation leads to despair. They are not the same thing. * Sanctification is not you trying harder — it is you cooperating with what God is already doing in you * You are justified. You are being sanctified. You will be glorified. Reflection Questions * Was your faith growing up more law-based or grace-based — and how did that shape you? * What's the difference between conviction and condemnation in your own experience? * Are you relating to God more like a slave trying not to get in trouble — or a child who is already loved? * What does your sanctification actually look like day to day? Enjoyed this episode? Share it with someone who's been carrying guilt they were never meant to hold. Subscribe | Leave a Review | Share with a Friend