Sermons on Revelation 3:1-14:

Sloth - A Deadly Sin

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. It may well be the most dangerous sin for both society and the church. It is so prevalent and accepted that we may not even think of it as a sin. It has become a way of life. In fact, if we do not commit this sin, people think there is something wrong with us. For we live ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Make Jesus Sick

Contributed by Jeff Crow on Oct 18, 2000

I. Things That Makes us sick: 1.

I. Things That Makes us sick: 1. Old food gives us salmonila poisoning. 2. Viruses 3. Eating spicy foods II. Let's talk about what makes Jesus sick. (verse 14) 1. Lukewarm christians make him sick. 2.(verse 15)Laodicean was neither Hot for the Lord, nor Cold against him. 3. Like Christians ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Has The Church Lost It's

Contributed by Donny Lanier on Oct 31, 2000

A look at some things it seems the church may have grow cold in.

1.Interest In The Things Of God ? - 1 Tim 6:11 Sunday School - Prayer Service - Bible Study 2.Intend - ( plan or purpose ) Lu.4:18 -19 Seek and to save the lost - Dicipline with the Word - Restoration - Deliverance 3.Idenity - ( a state of being something specific ) Matt.5:14 -16 4.Influence - ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turn Up The Heat

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Nov 5, 2000

The side of God that many ignore or pretend not to know.

Turn up the Heat I was thinking the other day about the way people think of God and I received a message which is quite strong. I say that it is quite strong because we all have an idea or concept of how God is. We all have the concept that He is willing to forgive us, and that He always has His ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Characteristics Of The Last Day's Church

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jul 19, 2001

BASED ON 1 PETER 4:7-16, WHAT CHARACTERISTICS SHOULD MARK THE CHURCH IN THE LAST DAYS?

SPIRITUAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE LAST DAYS CHURCH 1 PETER 4:7-16 & REVELATION 3:7-22 I. LIVING IN THE LAST DAYS A. Spiritually speaking many people have no perception of the time we are in 1-as a kid I thought my parents had been around forever, I couldn’t comprehend them being kids 2-when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-16, Revelation 3:7-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Sardis Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 11, 2001

An early wake up call. A church with nothing to commend it

The Letter to the Church at SARDIS Divided into three sections 1. Introduction of the Writer 2. Reprimand of the Church 3. Encouragement to the Faithful. Historical Background. City in Asia, modern day Turkey. Near to Thyatira. Capital of the ancient kingdom of Lydia. Early prosperity under ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Anglican

Becoming A Church Of Excellence: Vision Series

Contributed by James Capps on Feb 12, 2001

A church without a vision is lost, that vision must come from God.

CHURCH OF EXCELLENCE: Vision! Proverbs 29:18; ; Nehemiah 2:1-18 "Where there is no vision, the people perish." (Prov 28:18) God makes it very clear that we are to have a vision of what He is doing in the world. He’s not just talking about setting goals and going after it, but he is wanting us to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, Nehemiah 2:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Church Of The Living Dead - 1 Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 17, 2001

When Jesus says there is no life

CHURCH OF THE LIVING DEAD - REV 3:1-6 AMAZING STATISTIC: Imagine a company that has more than 500 employees and has the following record: 29 accused of spousal abuse, 7 arrested for fraud, 19 accused of writing bad checks, 117 directly or indirectly bankrupted, 3 done time for assault, 71 cannot ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

The Church Of The Living Dead - 2 Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 17, 2001

What a dying church looks like

THIS MORNING:  Looked at Sardis, a church in name only but without any spiritual life.  A city with a rich history trying to live on a past reputation  Had a name but had no substance to it: Wax fruit or artificial flowers CAUGHT UP IN SURVIVOR: Didn’t watch a show last ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Room Temperature Christians Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 26, 2001

When the Church adapts to the World

ROOM TEMPERATURE CHRISTIANS - REV. 3:14-21  This morning we come to the 7th and final church to which John wrote. We have only looked at 5 in preparation for our upcoming revival because Smyrna & Philadelphia were churches to which no criticism was directed.  ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-16

The Church Of The Turning Stomach Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 26, 2001

What makes our Lord feel ill?

THE CHURCH OF THE TURNING STOMACH HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSON: story about an Emporer dupped into believing that he was clothed in splendor. He strutted down the streets with an arrogant attitude while those who knew better saw him as just naked. THIS MORNING:  Church in a the wealthiest of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

The Sin Of Mediocrity

Contributed by Gregory Griffin on Mar 31, 2001

Outlne from Rev. 3. The danger of churches and/or individucals falling victim to complacency

Revelation 3:14-22 The sin of mediocrity Truett Cathy, founder or Chick-fil-A shows he knows what Jesus Would Do. Since 1948 he has lost millions of dollars because he will not have the restaurants open on Sunday. He has cared for children by developing the foster home system called WinShape ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Church With A Name

Contributed by Robert Travis on Oct 31, 2001

Make sure it is real.

THE CHURCH WITH A NAME Revelation 3 1 And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. 2 Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Is There Life Out There?

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 6, 2001

The true source of life is found in Jesus Christ the risen Lord!

Is There Life Out There? Selected Passages July 1999 I. Reba MacIntyre Song A. Song about a mother’s sacrifice This is a typical song about the sacrifices that a mother has made by sacrificing her dreams and plans for the well being of her family. This mother longs for something more out of life ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26, Revelation 3:8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Faithful Church

Contributed by Robert Travis on Nov 7, 2001

God, Help me to stand firm during this crisis.

THE FAITHFUL CHURCH REVELATION 3:7-13 7 And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write; These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of David, he that openeth, and no man shutteth; and shutteth, and no man openeth; 8 I know thy works: behold, I have set before ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist