Sermons on Revelation (Page 4)

This week, Pastor Scott continues in the Book of Revelation with Jesus’ letter to the church in Smyrna. The church in Smyrna was only one of two churches that did not receive a rebuke from the Lord Jesus. But nonetheless, the Lord’s words are still heavy for all to hear: Faith in the Lord Jesus does not protect us against persecution; instead, in many ways, it only guarantees it.

This week, we begin a new section of Revelation—Jesus’ letters to the seven churches. In this first letter, the church in Ephesus is commended for their works, particularly their faithfulness to doctrine in the face of persecution. However, they have “abandoned their first love”—their love for the Lord Jesus. In this week’s message, Christ continues to call His church to repentance. May we love the Lord Jesus and turn back to Him.

In today’s message, we are introduced to the four main themes of Revelation. 1) We will experience persecution, but 2)Jesus wins, and so 3) we must be ready in Christ, and 4) we must persevere in Christ. And how can we do that? By continuing to behold Jesus’ supreme glory.

In these times of uncertainty and anxiety, the revelation of Jesus Christ brings comfort to His children. He “who is and was and is to come” is the King who reigns over all things. We need not fear what surrounds us now or what will meet us tomorrow. The Lord has won! He is our Victor! Let us prepare our hearts for His return; let us persevere in times of trial and suffering.