Sermon: Revelation 2:1-7, To the Church in Ephesus

Main Point: Repent of a cold heart and pour out your life for Jesus!

I. Jesus Commendation of the Church in Ephesus.

See also Heb. 12:3; 1 Cor 15:58; Col. 1:11; Rom. 12:2

II. Jesus’ Correction of the Church in Ephesus.

See also 1 John 4:10-11

can keep you going through the motions of church life for a long time without your first love. But the Lord Jesus knows the very day and hour when your love began to fade.” – Joel Beeke

“It is profitable for Christians to be often calling to mind the very beginnings of grace in their soul.” – John Bunyan

Application

1) Work hard for the Lord and His kingdom.

2) Expect hardship and purpose to endure in his strength.

3) Always treasure the purity of the church. 

4) Beware of cultural compromise. 

5) Live in the gospel daily so that all your works are done out of love for the Lord and His people!