I. Intro   
Big Idea: Jesus speaks with those who listen. John 14:21, 17:3
II. The Amen   
A. Jesus speaks to His people. John 8:47; 10:27; Revelation 3:14a
B. Consider the Source. Colossians 1:15-20; 2 Timothy 2:13; Revelation 3:14b
III. Lukewarm 
A. Unresponsiveness is repulsive. Revelation 3:15
B. Jesus rejects the unrepentant. Leviticus 18:25-28; Revelation 3:16
IV. Counsel 
A. Consider Christ’s standard. John 5:15; Revelation 3:17
B. Receive Christ’s counsel. Job 23:10; John 9:1-41; Colossians 1:9; Revelation 3:18
V. Hear   
​A. Believe and you will hear. Revelation 3:19-20
B. Christ’s rewards are relational. Matthew 7:24-27; Revelation 3:21-22 

The Next Step

• If you had to give an abbreviated version of Sunday’s message on Revelation 3:14-22, what would you make sure to focus on?
• What do you think keeps many people in our community from trusting in Christ?
• When were some important moments in your life when Jesus spoke to you? How has He spoken to you lately? (Could be through prayer, His Word, circumstances, the church…)
• What’s something that causes you to trust God and His Word?
• Do you think Jesus vomits believers out of His mouth? Why, or why not?
• How is Jesus’ offer to eat with Him challenging? How is it comforting?
• What’s a specific way you can respond to God based on Revelation 3:14-22?

​​*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit 
​FBC Elma on YouTube.

I. Intro   
Big Idea: Jesus keeps His word.  
II. True 
A. There is one who sticks closer than a brother. Proverbs 18:24; Isaiah 22:20-22; Revelation 3:7a
B. Jesus’ promises never fail. Isaiah 22:22, 60:11; Acts 14:27; Revelation 3:7b, 21:25-26
III. Loved  
A. Obedience demonstrates love. John 14:21; Revelation 3:8
B. Those who trust in Christ will never be put to shame. Psalm 2:7-9; Romans 10:11; Revelation 2:27, 3:9
IV. To Test   
A. Christ gives the lesson before the test. Exodus 7-12; John 17:15; Romans 1:18-32; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Revelation 3:10
B. The King will return. Philippians 3:12; Revelation 3:11
V. Victorious   
​A. Victory is possible in Christ. 1 Corinthians 3:16-17; Revelation 3:12a, 22:21
B. God gives us a better name. Revelation 3:12b-13 

​The Next Step

• What’s something from Sunday’s message on Revelation 3:7-13 you found encouraging, convicting, or confusing?
• How have you experienced the life of Christ through your fellowship with others lately?
• How can the truth that heaven is open to us through Christ encourage us as we reach out to people?
• Read John 14:21. Why is obedience so important?
• What do you think it means that Christ will keep us from the hour of suffering?
• How can the truth that Jesus is coming soon encourage us?
• What’s a specific belief, attitude, or action God wants you to change in response to Revelation 3:7-13?

​*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit 
​FBC Elma on YouTube.

I. Intro                                                                                                     
 Big Idea: Christ knows our true condition.
II. Of God                                                                                                                                        A. All churches need to hear from Christ. Revelation 3:1a
B. God’s Person and message are complete. Isaiah 11:2; 2 Timothy 3:16-1; Revelation 3:1b;
III. Wake Up!                                                                                                                                  A. God’s judgments are different. 1 Samuel 16:7; 2 Corinthians 5:16; Revelation 3:1c
B. We have work to finish in Christ. Matthew 25:21; Ephesians 2:10; 2 Timothy 1:7; Revelation 3:2
IV. Hold Fast                                                                                                                                  A. Remember, receive, and respond to the Gospel. John 5:17; Acts 11:18; Ephesians 5:18; Revelation 3:3a
B. Christ’s discipline arrives on His terms. Revelation 3:3b
V. Worthy                                                                                                                                      A. Christ’s cleansing victory revives. Luke 12:8-9; Romans 1:16; Revelation 3:4-5a; 7:14
B. Seek ultimate integrity in Christ. Mathew 6:19-20; Revelation 3:5b-6 

​The Next Step

• What’s something from Sunday’s message on Revelation 3:1-6 you found encouraging, convicting, or confusing?
• Why do people have a hard time believing Jesus knows our true conditions?
• What are some things that make us sleepy or unmotivated toward the things of God?
• How are God’s judgments different than our judgments?
• What are some works that Christians often leave undone?
• Read Romans 2:4. How does the Lord’s kindness lead to repentance?   
• What’s a specific belief, attitude, or action God wants you to change in response to Revelation 3:1-6?

​​​*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit 
​FBC Elma on YouTube.

I. Intro                                     
Big Idea: A person reaps what he sows. Galatians 6:7-8
II. Words of the Son                                                                                                                        A. God is not indifferent. Revelation 2:18a
B. Christ’s judgment is all-knowing and all-powerful. Revelation 2:18b
III. Your Deeds             
A. Jesus affirms progress. Philippians 3:12; Hebrews 10:14; Revelation 2:19
B. We can’t tolerate idolatry. 1 Kings 16:31–21:25; 2 Kings 9:1-37; Revelation 2:20
IV. Unwilling                                                                                                                                  A. Christ’s patience can run out. Matthew 18:15-20; Revelation 2:21-22
B. Jesus desires to save souls. Revelation 2:23
V. Victorious                                             
A. Christ’s burden is light. Matthew 11:28-30; Acts 15:28; Revelation 2:24-25
B. It’s possible to have victory in Christ. Psalm 2:1-12; Revelation 2:26-27; 22:16 

​The Next Step 
 What’s something about God that stirs you worship Him?
 Why do you think Jesus’ message to the church in Thyatira was the longest of the seven messages to the seven churches?
 What were some things about the church in Thyatira that demonstrated that they believed in Christ? 
 Why is it important that we grow in understanding of God’s Word and have sound doctrine?
 Read Mark 10:13-15. Why is it important, while we’re growing in knowledge and discernment, to have a childlike faith?
 What can we do when we wonder why we’re suffering? 
 Read Matthew 18:15-20. Why is church discipline important?
 How can you respond to Revelation 2:18-29 with God’s help?

​​*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit 
​FBC Elma on YouTube.

I. Intro
Big Idea: Jesus calls us to overcome.  
II. Words of Him    
A. Jesus is the ultimate Judge. 1 Corinthians 1:26-31; Revelation 2:12a
B. Jesus’ judgments cut deep. Revelation 2:12b
III. Faithful 
A. We can remain true to Christ. Revelation 2:13a
B. Christ remembers faithfulness. Revelation 2:13b
IV. Repent   
A. God gives boundaries.  Numbers 22-24, 25:1-2, 31:16; 1 Corinthians 8:1–13; 10:25–33; Hebrews 12:10; Revelation 2:14-15
B. Repentance is a gift. Revelation 2:16
V. Victorious               
A. Christ offers an unknown feast. John 4:32- 34; 6:35; Revelation 2:17a
B. Christ offers a better identity. Revelation 2:17b

​The Next Step

• What’s something from Sunday’s message on Revelation 2:12-17 you found encouraging, convicting, or confusing?
• How can persecution shape our faith?
• Why is good that Christ judges?
• In what ways is repentance a gracious gift from God?
• What does Communion help us remember about Christ?
• How can finding our identity in Christ help us to be faithful when facing struggles or  temptations?
• What’s a specific way you can respond to Revelation 2:12-17 with God’s help?

​*The sermon video will be available after Sunday. To watch the sermon live on Sunday morning, visit 
​FBC Elma on YouTube.