“Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life.” (Revelation 2:10) Smyrna received no complaint from the Son of Man. Her faithfulness is evident, but it was about to be tested to the uttermost. Christ’s call? Be faithful!

“It is a trustworthy statement, deserving full acceptance…” (1 Timothy 1:15). There are five statements using this formula in Paul’s epistles to Timothy and Titus. They are rich with significance and application.

Communication is crucial to any relationship. If communication fails on either end the relationship is destined to fail. How crucial is communication in our relationship with God?

The first of the seven letters Jesus wrote to the churches in Asia is addressed to Ephesus. The congregation had much to praise, but there was something integral missing – “you have left your first love” (Revelation 2:4).

Communication is crucial to any relationship. If communication fails on either end the relationship is destined to fail. How crucial is communication in our relationship with God?

John was given a message to write down and relay to seven churches in Asia (Revelation 1:4). He was given a vision of “One like the Son of Man.” This glorious vision would give context and weight to the letters addressed to the churches. These we must hear!

Despite the clear teaching of the New Testament on the necessity of baptism for salvation, some resist, citing the thief on the cross as proof that baptism is not necessary. What about the thief on the cross? Does this account nullify the necessity of baptism for the forgiveness of sins?

Jesus rebuked spiritual leaders for seeking the glory of men (cf. John 5:44; 12:42-43). We must make the glory of God our greatest treasure. What does it look like to seek the glory of God?

Jesus is King (cf. John 18:36-37). Though many will acknowledge this fact with words they fail to do so with actions. If Christ is King, should we not submit to Him as King?

Jesus came to earth and manifested His glory. Men denied Him glory throughout His stay, but the glory He sought was from His Father. This is a glory He offers men, but some refuse it as they seek another glory. What glory are you seeking?