Church notes - 12th June 2022
Matthew 20:25 - 28
Revelation 2:18 - 29
Thyatira
They were influenced by the World, especially by Jezebel and tolerating her false teachings.
vs 18
A searching gaze. He notices everything. Nothing can be kept from Him.
vs 19
Growing in good deeds.
These were affirmed by Jesus:
. Deeds
. Love
. Faith
. Service
. Perseverance
It is important to note the good things as well as the bad.
vs 20 - 24
They were permitting a false teacher to influence them, to compromise their faith.
The LORD had given the woman time to repent, but she was prideful and stubborn and continued to lead Christians astray.
But Jesus saw right through her.
But for us, we need to turn away from our sins when they are brought to our attention.
vs 22
He called those who had been influenced by Jezebel to repent
vs 24, 25
Deep Secrets = false teachings.
Hold tightly to the basics of the Gospel. Including, the Cross and the Resurrection.
Call out those who say "You need to do this to be a real Christian"
vs 28
The Church is called to purity.
Unless they repent
- They will face judgement.
- It is not too late.
An opportunity to repent.