Revelation 4:1-11: Holy, Holy, Holy
The Book of Revelation transports from earth to heaven, as John enters a door to the throne room of God. In this message, we follow the commandment of Colossians 3:1-2 and set our minds on “things above” where God reigns and is worshiped over all. Revelation 4:1-11 (NIV) 4 After this I looked, and there before …
Easter 2021: God Raised Jesus From the Dead, and We Are All Witnesses
The title for this message is taken from Peter’s sermon on Pentecost, “God raised Jesus from the dead, and we are all witnesses of it” (Acts 2:32). It contains two life-altering truths: (1) God raised Jesus from the dead, and (2) We are all witnesses. Hear what we can learn from a Pentecost sermon preached …
Revelation 3:14-22: Lukewarm in Laodicea
The church in Laodicea has become the prototypical “lukewarm” congregation of saints who’s complacency and lack of zeal has made them useless to Jesus. Sadly, Laodicea has become a symbol for the American churches that trust in their wealth and prosperity and do not realize their wretched spiritual state. May we take warning from the …
Revelation 3:7-13
The Church in Philadelphia was a small church in a small town, but with a great God and Savior. We can learn from these faithful saints and how they held on to Jesus’ Word and did not deny His name, even in the midst of severe opposition. Revelation 3:7-13 (NIV) 7 “To the angel of the …
Revelation 3:1-6: Wake Up!
Jesus’ stern rebuke to the church in Sardis is one that the modern church must heed today. Sadly, there are many churches in Texas and around the country that have a reputation of being alive, but are dead. We have a small window of time to wake up, repent and strengthen what remains before its …
Revelation: No Tolerance for Jezebel
The church in Thyatira had many admirable qualities, but their fatal flaw was their tolerance. A false prophet called Jezebel was allowed to spread false teaching and promote immorality among the congregation without correction or discipline. Yet there were faithful saints in Thyatira, and Jesus’ word to them was “Hold on to what you have.” …
Revelation 2:12-17: In Your City- Where Satan Lives
The church of Pergamum was situated in a city of demonic darkness, yet they remained faithful to the name of Jesus! Even so, the Lord had a rebuke for the false prophets in their midst. What can we learn from this first century church in Asia Minor? Revelation 2:12-17 (NIV) 12 “To the angel of the …
Revelation 2:1-7: Your First Love
We look at Jesus’ letter to the church in Ephesus. What can we learn from a church that works hard for the Lord, that prizes doctrinal purity, and yet has forsaken their first love for Christ? Revelation 2:1-7 (NIV) 2 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of him who …
Mission Sunday
The culmination of our first ever Dallas Mission Trip- we are joined by some of our SUM Bible College students for a powerful time of worship and testimony! Matthew 9:35-38 (NIV) 35 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and …
Revelation 1:8-20: A Revelation of Jesus Christ
As we begin our study of Revelation, we get an overview of the book, including authorship, date and genre. Further, we learn about the revelation given to Jesus Christ that we must hear and take to heart. Revelation 1:1-18 (NIV) 1 The revelation from Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show his servants what must soon …