Lesson Summary:

Jesus Christ has a message for the churches at Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea.

Focus Passage: Revelation 3:1-13

Notes

Outline and Lesson Goal

The Seven Churches in Asia Minor

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Principles and Applications

I. Message to Sardis: Wake Up! (3:1-6)

Principle: Overcomers Show Signs of True Life in Jesus Christ by Righteous Deeds.
Application: How aware are you of your true spiritual condition? What are the signs of true life in you?
Scripture Reference

For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead.
James 2:26 (NASB 2020)

II. Message to Philadelphia: March On! (3:7-13)

Principle: Overcomers Minister Faithfully in the Power of Jesus Christ.
Application: What opportunities for kingdom ministry is God opening for you right now? How is your life showing you are walking through that open door?
Scripture Reference

Therefore, my beloved brothers and sisters, be firm, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.
I Corinthians 15:58 (NASB 2020)