Sermons on Revelation 2:5-7:

Ephesus: A First Love Lost

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: A healthy church is one that never leaves its first love.

Thesis: A healthy church is one that never leaves its first love. Intro.: 1. What one first century church do we know more about than any other in NT? 2. Ephesus! a. Acts 19-20--establishment of church by Paul. b. Ephesians--letter written to correct some developing problems. c. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Cordless Christians

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. The book of revelation is a book of judgement and hope.

1. The book of revelation is a book of judgement and hope. We have spent much time on considering how the wicked will be judged and how God will destroy all evil including the one from whom all evil flows. As we said last week God’s judgement is complete. 2. And now we spend our last two weeks of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Back To The Basics

Contributed by V. David Sedaca on Oct 18, 2000

Today's passage deals with the first of seven churches, Ephesus.

Today's passage deals with the first of seven churches, Ephesus. Our belief is that there were probably more than seven at this time, but God chose these churches to prove the conditions of Churches and Christians in the last days. Ephesus is commended for Her (1) Labor, (2) Patience, (3) Stand ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of Fundamentalism

Contributed by David Zimmerman on Oct 18, 2000

Ephesus was a wealthy, cultured city.

Ephesus was a wealthy, cultured city. But it was also a mor-ally corruptcity. In many ways, you could compare it to Wash-ington D.C., Dallas, Texas, Chicago, Boston, Amsterdam, or Ber-lin. If we could transport Ephesus into modern times, it would have its skyscrapers and snarled expressways. It ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: *other

Wedding: Do The Things You Did At First

Contributed by Brian Mavis on Oct 26, 2000

The theme of this wedding ceremony is based on Jesus' advice on keeping love renewed - "Do the things you did at first." I also personalize the ceremony by including comments from family and friends.

SEATING OF GUESTS SEATING OF MOTHERS SONG – LIGHTING OF SIDE CANDLES BY MOTHERS PROCESSIONAL WELCOME (TO GUESTS) You have been honored by the invitation of a young man and a young woman to share in one of the happiest and holiest moments of their lives. You are their guests and the guests of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8, Revelation 2:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Technique Eclipses Relationship-Part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 25, 2002

We incur certain liabilities when our relationship to Jesus is eclipsed by technique. Part 2 of a 3 part sermon.

WHEN TECHNIQUE ECLIPSES RELATIONSHIP-II—Revelation 2:1-7 Firstless Love A man who spends all his time at work—Neglecting his family in order to do it—Forgetting that his initial drive for the work is to meet his family’s need. Jesus reprimanded the Ephesian church because their first love for ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

State Of The Church 2002--Bethany

Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 28, 2002

Using the churches in Revelation as a model an outline is given of the church’ accomplishments and needs for growth.

Proverbs 29:18a KJV Where there is no vision, the people perish. READ WITH ME Bethany’s Vision Statement We are dedicated to promoting Christ-like love, deepening the Christian faith, and developing harmony among all people through our presence, our programs, and our commitment. To accomplish ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:7, Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Methodist

La Iglesia Fria

Contributed by Ralph Mendez on Mar 13, 2002

Vives en tu primer amor... no dejes que te suceda lo que le paso a la iglesia de Efeso.

EFESO LA IGLESIA FRÍA. ESCRIBE al ángel de la iglesia en EFESO: El que tiene las siete estrellas en su diestra, el cual anda en medio de los siete candeleros de oro, dice estas cosas: Yo sé tus obras, y tu trabajo y paciencia; y que tú no puedes sufrir los malos, y has probado á los que se dicen ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Apostolic

When Technique Eclipses Relationship-Part 1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 15, 2002

We incur certain liabilities when our relationship to Jesus is eclipsed by technique. Part 1 of a 3 part sermon.

WHEN TECHNIQUE ECLIPSES RELATIONSHIP-Part I—Revelation 2:1-7 OR Firstless Love A man who spends all his time at work—Neglecting his family in order to do it—Forgetting that his initial drive for the work is to meet his family’s need. Jesus reprimanded the Ephesian church because their first love ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

When Technique Eclipses Relationship—part 3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 20, 2002

We incur certain liabilities when our relationship to Jesus is eclipsed by technique. Part 3 of a 3 part sermon.

WHEN TECHNIQUE ECLIPSES RELATIONSHIP—Part III—Revelation 2:1-7 Firstless Love Jesus reprimanded the Ephesian church because their first love for Jesus had taken second place & lapsed into technique/maintenance. The local church must prevent her relationship with Jesus from lapsing into a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

To The Church In Ephesus Series

Contributed by Johnny Small on Mar 21, 2002

How does the church in Ephesus compare with our church? 1st in series of the Seven Churches of Revelation.

To the Church in Ephesus In this series on the Seven Churches of Revelation, we will be examining the commendation and condemnation of each of the seven churches and learning the lessons that is meant for our Church. Let’s read: Rev 2:1-7 1 "To the angel of the church in Ephesus ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of Revelation Part 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 27, 2002

THE BLESSING OF STAYING AWAKE FOR CHRIST!

The Blessings of Revelation part 4 SERMON 4 -TOPIC III - THE BLESSING OF STAYING AWAKE FOR CHRIST! -- REV: 16:15 "Behold, I come like a thief! Blessed is he who stays awake and keeps his clothes with him, so that he may not go naked and be shamefully exposed." INTRODUCTION This scripture of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, Revelation 16:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rediscovering Your First Love

Contributed by Robert Massey on Apr 8, 2002

Three steps for rekindling our passion for the Lord Jesus Christ.

Rev. 2:1-7 Can a person be too busy doing God’s work that they are too busy for God. I believe that the answer to that question is yes, you can. There are many people who are always busy with church work, but somewhere their relationship with God is being neglected. After a while, people just ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Digging In The Couch

Contributed by Christopher Crane on Jun 18, 2004

An Illustrated Sermon to help people focus on the reality of getting back to our "First Love."

DIGGING IN THE COUCH Revelation 2:1-7 ***For the presentation of this message, I set up my platform like a Living Room – complete with sofa, easy chairs, end and coffee tables, table lamps, nick-nacks, etc. I came in initially, as though ready to leave for church, and but unable to find my keys. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Keep Your Love Aflame Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 17, 2008

Our love for Christ must always come before our work for Christ. Don’t be deluded by our own importance or our great service to God.

It is good to know that the Lord walks among the churches. • The last verse of chapter 1 tells us the lamp-stands represent the churches. • He is present with us today. No matter how imperfect we are, He is here. • He has a word for every church, each according to their needs. We will look at ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible