The Book of Revelation: Sardis: A Warning to the Almost Dead Church Revelation 3:1-6 Rev. Chris Strevel
I. Only Jesus Christ Can Raise the Dead (v. 1) A. Seven Spirits: Full of Grace and Truth B. Seven Stars: Glorious in Light, Power, Sovereignty C. Searcher of Hearts: He Knows Our True Condition
II. The Lord Reveals the Causes of Church Death (v. 2) A. Careless: Not Watching, Presumptuous B. Complacent: Not Finishing Works unto Perfection C. Defiled (v. 4): Not Coming Out and Living Holy
III. The Lord Calls to an Almost Dead Church (v. 3) A. Remember God's Word B. Hold Fast and Repent C. Act upon Christ's Warning: Awakened, Alarmed
IV. Three Promises to the Overcomers (vv. 4-6) A. Righteous: You Will Walk with Jesus in White B. Preserved: Your Name Not Blotted Out C. Owned: I Will Confess you before the Father
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Chris began preaching and pastoring at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Buford, Georgia, in 1994. He and his wife, Elizabeth, have been blessed with 5 children and four grandchildren. Chris continues to preach, write, and pastor at Covenant Presbyterian.