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This Sunday, we explore one of the most sobering—and yet hopeful—passages in all of Scripture: Jesus’ letter to the church in Laodicea (Revelation 3:14–22). Laodicea was a city that had everything—wealth, influence, innovation—and yet Jesus exposes a devastating reality: it is possible to have everything and still be missing what matters most. It is possible to feel secure while being spiritually bankrupt.

 

In words that still confront us today, Jesus says: “I know your works: you are neither cold nor hot… so, because you are lukewarm… I will spit you out of my mouth.” Could it be that the greatest danger is not opposition, but apathy—not persecution, but self-sufficiency? And yet, even here, we see the heart of Jesus: “Those whom I love, I reprove and discipline… be zealous and repent.” And when He says, “I stand at the door and knock…” we are reminded that even as He calls us to come to Him, He is still the One who seeks us.

 

I encourage you to spend some time this weekend reading my reflection on this passage (page 145) and working through some of the questions and the parallel verses that follow. Also, take time to pray that God will prepare your heart for our worship gathering this Sunday.

I look forward to you joining us this Sunday as we hear not just a warning—but an invitation from Christ Himself.

 

Grace,

Pastor Keith