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There are consequences of not waking up…being late for work, missing an appointment, or more importantly, coming to the realization of a truth, but too late!

If you will not wake up, I will come like a thief, and you will not know at what hour.

Revelation 3:3

The sleepy city of Sardis had proven its indifference to attentiveness. It was an almost impregnable fortress located on a plateau about 1,500 feet above the main roads. Amazingly, it was captured on two occasions when sentries failed to do their jobs faithfully.

The same was true of the church at Sardis. It was in a coma – members blandly worshipping, lacking eagerness to learn or excitement to share the good news of the Gospel. The people neglected to be faithful to the charge God had given them. Their spiritual life was in decay. Their works were not found complete in His sight (Revelation 3:2). He told them to wake up, realize what was wrong, repent, and give evidence of their faith in Jesus…or judgment would follow.

Take note, Beloved. Live your life showing your passion for Christ and all He has done for you. Then intercede for this nation that the work God has planned for it would be revealed and embraced by its leaders.

Recommended Reading: Ephesians 4:17-5:2

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The one who conquers…to him I will give authority over the nations.

Revelation 2:26

The church in Thyatira must have wondered if Christ would ever return. A “Jezebel” was misleading the servants there (Revelation 2:20). But John relayed encouragement from God, promising a day when those who would “keep my works until the end” (rest of Revelation 2:26) would be given authority through Christ.

Perhaps you have wondered if Christ will ever return to rescue you. Stay strong and continue to fight the battle before you. Jesus will appear again, and God will reign over all the nations.

Recommended Reading: Psalm 31:1-10, 14-16 

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You hold fast my name, and you did not deny my faith.

Revelation 2:13

Before focusing on others, look at yourself…starting with today’s verse. Do you have godly integrity, holding fast to Christ and authentically living what you believe? Timothy warned Christians, “But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.” (I Timothy 5:8) While on this Earth, Jesus was the perfect example of compassionate love being lived out every day with those whose paths He crossed. He has given you the directions and power to carry out the principles of compassionate love detailed in today’s recommended reading. To do anything less is to reject your very faith.

Humbly examine yourself. Then imagine a nation whose leaders practice God’s definition of compassionate love…and pray for a revelation.  Ask God to reveal to them how to love – and live – as He did. Believe for the extraordinary!

Recommended Reading: I Timothy 5:1-8

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Maureen felt herself falling deeper into depression each day. She went to the doctors, but the antidepressants didn’t work. She knew the battle was in her mind. Every morning, she told herself, “God made me and loves me. He cares for me and answers my prayers.” No matter how bad she felt, she told herself these basic truths. Eventually her thinking became less negative and she moved forward with her life.
Know that the Lord, he is God!…We are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.
Psalm 100:3
The Bible says, “See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God.” (I John 3:1) It declares, “If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask him!” (Matthew 7:11) It encourages you to cast “all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” (I Peter 5:7)

If your life seems to be getting out of hand, read these scriptures and similar ones as faithfully as you would take prescribed pills. Then pray that the people of this nation will hear His voice and entrust themselves to the Heavenly Father’s care.

Recommended Reading: John 10:7-18

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The Olympics have expanded to include thousands of participants from countries all over the world – each striving to emerge victorious and earn a gold medal.

To the one who conquers I will grant to eat of the tree of life, which is in the paradise of God.

Revelation 2:7

Similar to the triumphant Olympians, the phrase the one who conquers in today’s verse refers to one who carries off the victory and defeats all his foes, and includes a sense of perseverance and holding fast…not to a game, but to one’s faith in Christ. The difference is the win is available to all who finish the race and the prize is better than gold.

Through Jesus, who has conquered all, the victor is given the gift of life and the freedom to enjoy it in all of its fullness for eternity in the very presence of God. Today, spend time in quiet confession before the Lord, releasing anything that has become an obstacle for you or weighs down your faith.

Recommended Reading: Hebrews 12:1-6, 28

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Consider for a moment the level of excitement that surrounds things that are new…new beginnings, new adventures, new relationships, new careers. It’s interesting, though, how over time the sense of aliveness can diminish and what was fresh at the start can become routine. Have you ever experienced that? How about in your faith?
But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first.

 

Revelation 2:4
In today’s verse, Jesus addresses this issue with the church at Ephesus. In the verse prior, He affirms them for their work, their endurance and their stand for righteousness and now admonishes them for what’s missing…the passionate love for Christ that fueled their behavior in the beginning. Although the actions were good, the motivation is what matters.Ravi Zacharias states, “Beginning well is a momentary thing; finishing well is a lifelong thing.” Your relationship with Jesus is for eternity. Today, spend time in prayer asking Christ to renew your love for Him, returning the aliveness that was fresh at the start.

Recommended Reading: I Corinthians 13:1-7

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While the saying, “Endurance is nobler than strength, and patience than beauty” is poetic and true, the world actually celebrates and affirms the opposite. One’s power, athletic ability or physical appearance is what primarily captures the attention and admiration of today’s society.

I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are evil.

Revelation 2:2

Living a life of obedience to Christ often runs in direct opposition to the world’s values. A continuous commitment to seeking God, steadfastly serving, trusting His will and battling against sin is rarely rewarded or acknowledged by others and can easily go unnoticed, feeling disheartening at times.

Let today’s verse encourage you by reminding you that your efforts are not unseen. Christ knows every detail of your life and notices every action, sacrifice or stand you have taken on His behalf. In a society that focuses on the external, Jesus sees the struggles of your heart and the constant battle towards good. Your labor will not be in vain.

Today, spend time thanking God for His active awareness of your life.

Recommended Reading: Psalm 139:1-6