Does our sexuality matter to God? We learn from the church in Pergamum how influence can greatly impact how we understand sexuality.

The church in Smyrna has suffered affliction and poverty for their faith and yet they have remained faithful. Knowing that the persecution will get worse, Jesus encourages them not to be afraid but continue to be faithful since they have the crown of life awaiting them.

The church in Ephesus is busy and committed to truth but had fallen from the love they had at first. Therefore, Jesus tells them to remember, repent, and return, knowing that the tree of life awaits them.

John has a vision of Christ in all his glory. But it is also a vision of grace for the church because Christ has died, has risen, and now holds the keys to Death and Hades.

The church has received grace and peace from our Triune God and therefore we should respond in worship.

Jesus’ birth caused upheaval in Mary and Joseph’s lives. And Immanuel, God with us, can cause upheavals in our lives if we will allow Him.

Isaiah promises those dwelling in deep darkness that a new day will dawn. This will happen through the birth of a royal son who will be a wonderful counselor, a mighty God, an everlasting father, and a prince of peace.