Play: 12-22-96 Jesus At The Door Revelation 3:20. An open door in Scripture often depicts freedom to share the Gospel. What causes them to come at last and bow before the church and acknowledge God's blessing upon them? Dangers seem very real.
You can write your answers in your bulletin. Third, Jesus promises to write on believers the name of the city of My God, the new Jerusalem, which comes down out of heaven from my God. That is a reference to an incident recorded in the 22nd chapter of the prophecy of Isaiah. Written Down in the Lamb's Book of Life: The Real Reason to Rejoice. As the times get harder and it is even more difficult to be a Christian, as hostility increases and the world becomes more and more secular and casts aside much of the trappings of Christianity that it had formerly practiced, then we must be careful that we do not give up and go along with worldly attitudes and worldly pursuits. Actually the word is not "from," but "out of" -- to be delivered out of -- not just the trial but out of the very time of the trial! And just like in His message to the Smyrnan church, Jesus refers to these Jews as a synagogue of Satan, since they have unwittingly aligned themselves with the devil by positioning themselves against God and God's people. That is what each member of the church is capable of doing. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> But just a Jesus reminded the Philadelphian believers, He reminds us: behold, I will make them come and bow down before your feet, and they will learn that I have loved you. He will open some doors; he will close other doors. His character is without flaw or blemish. Because Jesus Christ is holy, His church must also be holy. WebRevelation 3:7-13 Well look at this under four headings: Two things you need to know, and then two results, two condsequences of what you know. But to understand what the phrase means in this context, we need to look at verse 8-10. Speaking of Because these Jews had rejected Jesus Christ as the Messiah, they were not a synagogue of God, but a synagogue of Satan. No person or problem can close it. It is from this name that the city received her name. That is the reward which is offered, the opportunity for even greater service. The Bible is the most amazing book the world has ever seen. Revelation 3:7.
You cant look behind you or at your neighbors paper. Because the diagnosis given by Jesus contains no mention of unhealthiness in the church. It says that an open door is given when a church fulfills the conditions that will allow it to move through that door once it has been opened. November 9, 2014 Since the start of the year I have been sharing with you how we are in a battle. Such is the What he opens, no one can shut; and what he shuts, no one can open." We have David. No great university in the land can give you an understanding of life that this Book will give you. This letter was written almost 2,000 years ago. He is pure and absolutely flawless. Paul's commitment to enter that open door has changed the history of the whole Western world, affecting all of civilization since that time. As we continue the series of The Seven Churches in Revelation, today we will be looking at the great church at Philadelphia. Doesn't that excite you and encourage you. The Greek in the quote can mean it (the book of Revelation) was seen or that he (the Apostle John) was seen in AD96, during the reign of the Roman Emperor Domitian. Then he tried to go into Bithynia, on the southern shore of the Black Sea, but was not allowed of the Lord -- another shut door. At times one can feel overwhelm .. What you know you need? When we know Christ the Spirit comes to live within our hearts and to reside there. Web Revelation 3:7-13, NAU. read more, Scripture: [12] While I was with them, I kept them in your name, which you have given me.
If asked to sum up in a word the main lesson of this letter, I would quote the saying of our Lord recorded by St. Luke, "Fear not, little flock." This promise of Jesus to never go out again is a reference to the experience of these Philadelphians who had frequently to flee the city because of the earthquake tremors that came. In those times, Jesus is reminding you: Don't be afraid. If it was written after AD70, why is there no mention of Jerusalems destruction? 7 And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: The words of the holy one, the true one, who has the key of The Greek in the quote can mean it (the book of Revelation) was seen or that he (the Apostle John) was seen in AD96, during the reign of the Roman Emperor Domitian. Again, it was probably founded during Paul ministry in Ephesus. What it literally says is, "because you have a little power and have kept my word and have not denied my name." (Revelation 14:1), III. The Passage: The Church in Philadelphia (3:7-13). For example, Jesus is called holy in 15:4, true in 19:11, and holy and true in 6:10. As we have studied these churches I have asked myself which of these churches are we most like and I believe it is this one. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open. Let me begin by telling you a story of a man who So here in the city of Philadelphia Jesus refers to this Jewish opposition as "the synagogue of Satan." Listen again to the beginning of the book: The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take placeblessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. They were Jews physically, but not spiritually so Jesus says their claim to be Jews was a lie. WebRevelation 3:7-13 THE CHURCH OF THE OPEN DOOR Intro: We are continuing to move through the letters of our Lord to the seven churches of Asia Minor. This church is clearly suffering. The church in Philadelphia is a great example to us of a small church being faithful to Gods Word and the Lord Jesus Christ. Why? In Revelation 1:18 we learned that Jesus holds the keys to death and Hades. In this study of Revelation 3, Dr. J. Vernon McGee tells us about a church that was true to the Word of God. ASSERTION OF
Last, says Jesus, "I will also write on him my new name." This city was the youngest of the seven cities, it was founded in 189 B.C. THEY cannot shut itbehold, I will make THEM come and bow down before YOUR feet, and they will learn that I have loved you.. Speaker: Bryce Morgan Series: Happy Ever After (Revelation), Topic: Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching : 6 Tips On How Pastors Can Help Others Discover Their Spiritual Gifts, 5 "On-Ramps To Drive Giving To Your Church. WebPastor Andrew Teesdale continues preaching on the study of Revelation. His new name which He will write upon us and we will be privileged to call Him will reflect the glorious revelation of His Person. We know very little about this church, like many of the churches in this book. The church was named after a nickname of it founder In Galatians, the Apostle Paul refers to Peter, James and John as "pillars" of the church; the church rested upon them in some sense as they were imparting guidance and knowledge to Christians. THIS SERMON AVAILABLE WITH POWERPOINT IN RESOURCE DOWNLOAD! WebRevelation 7:13 Sermons: One of the elders answered, saying to me, "These who are arrayed in white robes, who are they, and from where did they come?" 108 --- YES 108 WHAT IS THE ENEMY OF BETTER? Sounds like Jesus Christ wanted to tell them something very important. Second, Jesus says, "I will write [on him] the name of the city of my God." The book of Revelation mentions one who holds the Key of David.
The Greek word translated from means from, out from, or away from. If the Lord Jesus intended to convey to the church that He would preserve them through the tribulation there are Greek prepositions that would have more clearly conveyed that, prepositions that mean in or through. Another clear objection to this being a promise to preserve us through the tribulation is that believers will not all be preserved, in fact many will be martyred. I have opened a door that can never be shut. As we return this book, I pray those words encourage, sober, humble, captivate, and excite you in light of what we're studying. I believe Ephesians 2:10 is in some ways the most exciting verse in the New Testament. WebRevelation 3:7-13 King James Version 7 And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write; These things saith he that is holy, he that is true, he that hath the key of David, he that openeth, and no man shutteth; and shutteth, and no man openeth; This promise is not just for the church of Philadelphia, but includes all faithful churches throughout all history. He would be replaced by a godly man named Eliakim, of whom God said, "I will place on his shoulder the key to the house of David. But when the work of redemption is finished, when we are all home in glory with him and God's work of saving and redeeming us is over, Jesus will be given a new work to do. I want to begin with a 2 question quiz! But the promise to the church is specifically that it is to be delivered from the hour of trial. He is hoping they will increase that potential for ministry. Jesus ends by promising to write on those who overcome His new name. Jesus is Christs earthly name that told us He was our Savior. WebThis mother goddess was honored and worshipped with all kinds of sexual immorality and impurity. It is referring to those who live as though this life is all there is, who are materialistically-minded, who live upon the earth and for the earth and for the things of earth. The third way in which our Lord will exercise the power of opening and shutting is given to us in the amazing promise of Verse10: "Since you have kept my command to endure patiently [again, that is not a good translation. On two separate occasions I have met with a group of knowledgeable, nationally known, Jewish rabbis, once in Los Angeles and again in Houston. It was founded by King Attalus Philadelphus (159-138 BC) of You think you are God's people. They are being persecuted. Christ is the name that tells us that He is the anointed One of God, the Messiah. I have seen ministers rejoicing because of success in ministry and that's great. Therefore we must keep it, know it, walk in it and love it. Because another power was at work within them. Sunday Sermon. Revelation 3:7-13, The Church in Philadelphia - Cornerstone Baptist Church Fargo Cornerstone Baptist Church New Here Sunday Services About Pastor Glenn Knudson What We Believe Sermons Sermon Topics Sermon Series Sermon Books Speakers Sermon Dates Date Year Month All Sermons Adult Bible Study Adult Bible Study: Genesis Adult Everyone wants to know what that new name is, but in Revelation 19:12 we are told that when Jesus appears he will have that new name written upon him, but it is a name that no man knows. Mathew 23:1-12: Be a Practicing Disciple. Web(Rev. (It later resumed the name Philadelphia.) It is certain. There has been much debate over the meaning of the phrase translated keep you from. Those who believe that the church will go through part or all of the tribulation say that this phrase means that God will preserve the church through the time of judgment, through this time of testing. SERIES 3 OF 4: Revelation | rss | more. Sunday Sermon. THE PROMISE AND THE COUNSEL (Revelation 3:12-13) In the final two verses Jesus again leaves the one who overcomes a promise and a word of counsel to those who I have noticed something interesting in reading the various commentators on this letter. Do not lose the opportunities you have. WebRevelation 3:7-13 S. Conway If asked to sum up in a word the main lesson of this letter, I would quote the saying of our Lord recorded by St. Luke, "Fear not, little flock." read more, Scripture: Stats say 108 people die a minute. I am sometimes amazed at these modern translations. What is the door God has opened in our church as opportunities to serve Him? Here the context is most certainly one of comfort. Think through these letters. More Reminders for a Suffering Church. These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. But nobody knows when that will be. One day you will tie your shoes and the undertaker will un-tie them. Well, this certainly isn't a unique promise in terms of Revelation. It is not so much strength as it is power -- power obtained by faith, i.e., by expecting God to act. Welcome: What vast potential resides in a single congregation if everyone would exercise the ministry that has been given you to utilize the spiritual gifts that have been given to each! But those success rest in things that would fade away or that cannot stand the test of eternity. Revelation 3:7-13. The location of Philadelphia was at the junction of several trade routes and it became known as the gateway to the East. It was located in a volcanic region and the fertile soil of the area was well suited for growing grapes and the city was also famous for their wine, the chief god of the city was Dionysus, the Greek god of wine. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name. So there is a uniqueness to this description, but in more ways than one. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John, [2] who bore witness to the word of God and to the testimony of Jesus Christ, even to all that he saw. The Lord himself continually confronted the Pharisees who claimed to be Abraham's descendants, but Jesus said to them, "You are of your father the devil," (John 8:44). Jesus Christ presents Himself to this church as the holy and true God, who is the ultimate and final authority. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. Each one of you who know Christ has been given spiritual gifts and has been commissioned by him to use those gifts to bless people and meet their needs. On this holy weeks meditations, we would see three chapters before the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. We are promised that when we see Him in heaven we will see Him just as He is (1 John 3:2), and whatever we may have known of Him will not compare with the reality in which we will then see Him. 10Since you have kept my command to endure patiently, I will also keep you from the hour of trial that is going to come upon the whole world to test those who live on the earth. The Church of the Open Door WebRevelation 3:7-13 New International Version To the Church in Philadelphia 7 To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the words of him who is holy and true, who Do you remember the three reminders Jesus gave us through His letter to Smyrna? I am coming quickly; hold fast what you have, so that no one will take your crown. Choose Perseverance Church history tells us that some Christians from Philadelphia were martyred with Polycarp in Smyrna. That teaches us something very important.
How could he have said to this church, 'I am coming soon?'" James I. Packer has well said: The Christian's reward is not directly earned; it is not a payment proportionate to services rendered; it is a Father's gift of generous grace to his children, far exceeding anything they deserved. Being in a volcanic area has its drawbacks and in 17 A.D. the city along with Sardis and 10 other cities in the area were destroyed by a powerful earthquake, and Philadelphia experienced aftershocks for several years. The city of Philadelphia was 28 miles southeast of Sardis.
Jesus said, you have kept my word. These believers not only knew what Gods Word said, they believed it and obeyed its teachings, not deviating from the truths of the church, but they walked faithfully in them proving the authenticity of their faith and their love for Jesus Christ.
read more, Scripture: A very wonderful promise, which many signs indicate may be very close at hand today. The title Holy One is used as a messianic title in the New Testament. 8) I know your deeds. (Revelation 3:7 NIV). Jesus spoke harshly of divine warning and condemnation. by King Attallus of Pergamum, whose nickname was Philadelphus, which means "lover of a brother." March 25, 2012. Because of their faithfulness and perseverance, the Lord Jesus made some amazing promises to this church. Do not let anybody take that away from you, says Jesus. How many doors are in the sanctuary? How many ways in / out. Jesus is the redemptive name of our Lord. Like Sardis they received financial aid from emperor Tiberius to rebuild and erected a monument in his honor. Never shall he go out of it, and I will write on him the name of my God, and the name of the city of my God, the new Jerusalem, which comes down from my God out of heaven, and my own new name. Theyre pretty unusual in that Other, The quest to succeed in ministry is very high today which is equally the goal of God but the success must be good success, worthy of presenting to God as Perfect and acceptable, SUCCESS IN MINISTRY *other. In the final two verses Jesus again leaves the one who overcomes a promise and a word of counsel to those who read or hear this book read. Look!
These seven letters represent the types of churches that have existed throughout history. Next. More info: www.sermonsubscribe.com or darrellstetler2@gmail.com So once again, using the basic structure that we find in all of these mini-letters, let's listen to what Jesus tells the disciples in Philadelphia, and then consider what message Jesus is sending to us now through this message from long ago. This coming of Christ is different from His coming in local judgment promised to the other churches, the coming that Jesus speaks of here is to deliver them from the hour of testing which will end when Christ returns in His second coming to the earth. But I think we can say that this declaration would have been hugely significant for the first readers, and should be for us as well. Twice this morning I have had the privilege of addressing a large congregation. There we have a terrible picture of the sun being darkened, the moon not giving its light, stars falling from heaven, and men's hearts failing as they look in fear on the things coming to pass upon the earth. But when he came to Troas he had a vision of a man from Macedonia, and he learned that the Lord had opened a door for him into Europe. read more, Scripture: Where Sardis lacked faith and the power of the Holy Spirit because of that lack of faith, this church fully relied on the Holy Spirit for power and it was evident. Revelation 3:7-13. Run!. (Revelation 3:8 NIV).
This letter to Philadelphia, the church that was faithful shows us that the holy and true God pours out His blessings on churches, on individuals that are faithful to Him in all circumstances. 13He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. I dont know about you, but I guess I must receive at least two dozen letters via email every week from some nice person in Nigeria or Angola or Zimbabwe Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. Now he tells the church, beginning in Verse8, how he will use this power to open and shut. When Gabriel announced to Mary that she was to give birth He said in Luke 1:31-33, And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall name Him Jesus. I have set before YOU and OPEN door. What is that? Zombie Christians
Third, Jesus said, you have not denied My name. In spite of pressures that they faced in the city, they remained loyal no matter the cost. That enables us to communicate with you but these others have written us off and we have nothing much in common with them." Remember what Jesus said to many of the Jewish leaders in Matthew 23:13But woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! Since a name symbolizes one's character this is a reference to the fact that when our Lord's work of redemption is finished he will have a new name. RayStedman.org/permissions. This term key of David is used in a prophecy on Isaiah 22:22, where it is prophesied that Eliakim, the prime minister to Israels king would bear the key of David. Peter uses this title in John 6:69 when he says, We have believed and have come to know that You are the Holy One of God. (John 6:69, NASB95)[4] By declaring Himself to be holy, Jesus Christ makes a clear and direct claim that He is God.
It was an open door of tremendous significance which the Lord had opened for Paul. If the doors to continued expansion are closing, it may be because we are disobedient, or it may presage the closing of this present age. Pay attention to them, because they are spelling out your future destiny. Perhaps it is a neighbor with a heavy heart; perhaps it is a family member who has what may appear to be a fairly minor problem. It means "Yahweh saves." This promise depicts ownership, it means that as a Christian you belong to God, His name on you identifies you with God, it says that you will have an intimate, personal relationship with Him forever.
That view is unlikely, both on linguistic and biblical grounds. Let us pray: "O Key of David and scepter of the house of Israel, you open and no one can close, you close and no one can open: Come and rescue the prisoners who are in darkness and the shadow of death." Possess them, and you will receive a reward. This man was noted for the admiration and love he had for his brother, Eumenes, and he named this city in honor of him. - Revelation 7:14-15. Number two, present feelings from actual animosity can never change future blessings of affirmed affection.
read more, Scripture: Watch; Listen; Downloads Sermon Audio; Sermon Notes; July 2, 2017 . EVER CONSIDER WHY SOME DOORS OPEN AND SOME DOORS CLOSE?
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Jesus says that He is the real one out of all those false ones. WebFeaturing a sermon puts it on the front page of the site and is the most effective way to bring this sermon to the attention of thousands including all mobile platforms + newsletter. 7"To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write:These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. Everyone knows that our historic American city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, named for the church to which we come today, means "brotherly love" (although some Philadelphians today call it "the city of the brotherly shove!"). WebRevelation 3:7-13 THE CHURCH OF THE OPEN DOOR Intro: We are continuing to move through the letters of our Lord to the seven churches of Asia Minor. Play: 12-15-96 The Rapture Controversy - Part 3 Revelation 3:10. Behold, I have put before you an open door which no one can shut, because you have a little power, and have kept My word, and have not denied My name. Revelation 3:7-13. This open door given by the Lord Jesus also symbolizes His giving this faithful church opportunities for service. This is not a negative comment to say that they are weak, but rather He is commending them for their strength. God is telling the church to hang in there. (1Thessalonians 4:16-17 KJV). What the text actually says is, "I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut because you have a little power and have kept my word and not denied my name.". 8I know your deeds. Revelation 3:8 I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man We'll talk more about what that means in a minute. WebPr. (Revelation 3:11-13 NIV). How many doors are in the sanctuary? How many ways in / out. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will test the quality of each one's work. In this passage we find the sixth letter, or mini-letter, that was dictated by Jesus to John in Revelation chapters 2 and 3. LaHabra, CA : The Lockman Foundation, 1995, Embedded video for Philadelphia - The Church that was Faithful - Revelation 3:7-13. For you neither enter yourselves nor allow those who would enter to go in., But remember what Jesus is stating here. Jesus Christ, the antitype has the sole authority to determine who enters His kingdom. The one who possesses the key has control. LaHabra, CA : The Lockman Foundation, 1995, [6]New American Standard Bible : 1995 Update. In all the other letters, our Lord uses symbols to describe himself that come from the vision John had of him, recorded in Chapter1. Expanding the Kingdom of God during this Church Age is a mandate that is still incumbent upon all churches. Jesus says, Don't let anyone discourage you by encouraging you to drop out of the race. WebPastor Andrew Teesdale continues preaching on the study of Revelation. We are seeing something unusual in this line today.
Galatians 2:2, Revelation 3:7-10, Ezekiel 22:30, Joshua 1:8. Of all the seven churches in the book of Revelation, Philadelphia was the ideal Church, and the one against which Jesus had no accusations nor did He find any sin there. He has described that very clearly in his Olivet Discourse, in Matthew24. When you labor for me, says Jesus, you will reach a place where you will not have to go out ever again. (2:25) So what did Jesus mean when He said He was coming soon? Hudson Taylor went to minister in inland China. Lets hear this message from Revelation 3:7-13 now. He started churches all over the state, most of which are still there, but I'm afraid not doing very well. He tells them plainly who he is and what he does. He became a Christian and is now working with Jews for Jesus in San Francisco. That does not mean the residents of this planet. read more, Scripture: Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan. We will also see that this opening and shutting also refers to opportunities for service.
I say who is in and out. Introduction. Listen to this declaration of reward: The one who conquers, I will make him a pillar in the temple of my God. This is yet another promise of security, safety, and glory. LaHabra, CA : The Lockman Foundation, 1995, [7]New American Standard Bible : 1995 Update. In the end of verse 11 Jesus commands the faithful believers in Philadelphia to hold fast to what they have so that no one can take their crown.