📅 March 28, 2025
📖 DAILY BIBLE READING
✨ Revelation 3 – The Seven Letters, Part 2
📯 The Last Three Churches – Revival, Preservation, and Warning
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📜 Bible Text – Revelation 3 (KJV)
1 And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead.
2 Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die: for I have not found thy works perfect before God.
3 Remember therefore how thou hast received and heard, and hold fast, and repent. If therefore thou shalt not watch, I will come on thee as a thief, and thou shalt not know what hour I will come upon thee.
4 Thou hast a few names even in Sardis which have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with me in white: for they are worthy.
5 He that overcometh, the same shall be clothed in white raiment; and I will not blot out his name out of the book of life, but I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels.
6 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
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;
8 I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name.
9 Behold, I will make them of the synagogue of Satan, which say they are Jews, and are not, but do lie; behold, I will make them to come and worship before thy feet, and to know that I have loved thee.
10 Because thou hast kept the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation, which shall come upon all the world, to try them that dwell upon the earth.
11 Behold, I come quickly: hold that fast which thou hast, that no man take thy crown.
12 Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of my God, and he shall go no more out: and I will write upon him the name of my God, and the name of the city of my God, which is new Jerusalem, which cometh down out of heaven from my God: and I will write upon him my new name.
13 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
14 And unto the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write; These things saith the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of the creation of God;
15 I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot.
16 So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth.
17 Because thou sayest, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing; and knowest not that thou art wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked:
18 I counsel thee to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that thou mayest be rich; and white raiment, that thou mayest be clothed, and that the shame of thy nakedness do not appear; and anoint thine eyes with eyesalve, that thou mayest see.
19 As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent.
20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.
21 To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with my Father in his throne.
22 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
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🔵 Introduction
In Revelation 3, Christ continues His messages to the churches—this time addressing Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. These powerful, spiritually rich letters reveal both the deepening danger of self-deception and Christ’s earnest desire to rescue His churches despite their shortcomings. The letter to Laodicea—being the final of the seven—is especially prophetic for the end-time church.
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🟡 Commentary
5.Sardis – Call to Spiritual Awakening (3:1–6)
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Rebuke: Spiritually dead despite an outward reputation for life.
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Call: Wake up, strengthen what remains, remember the received truth, and repent.
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Warning: Christ will come like a thief if there is no repentance.
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Promise: White garments, a place in the Book of Life, and Christ’s public acknowledgment before the Father.
6.Philadelphia – Small Strength but Great Faithfulness (3:7–13)
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Praise: Holding fast to Jesus’ name despite weakness.
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Promise: An open door that no one can shut, protection from trial, vindication before enemies.
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Assurance: The overcomer will become a pillar in God’s temple, bearing the new names of God and the New Jerusalem.
7.Laodicea – The Church of the Last Days (3:14–22)
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Rebuke: Lukewarmness, self-deception, spiritual poverty and blindness.
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Call: Purchase from Christ pure gold, white garments, and eye salve; repent and be zealous.
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Encouragement: Christ stands at the door and knocks—He desires intimate fellowship.
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Promise: The overcomer will sit with Christ on His throne, sharing His authority.
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🟢 Summary
Revelation 3 underscores the escalating spiritual condition of the church: Sardis is outwardly alive but inwardly dead; Philadelphia is weak yet faithful; Laodicea is complacent and needy. Yet in each message the theme of victory shines through—overcomers receive Christ’s eternal rewards and fellowship.
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🔴 Application for Today
These letters mirror our own challenges: spiritual lethargy in Sardis, reliance on human strength in Philadelphia, and comfortable complacency in Laodicea. Jesus stands at each church door—knocking, inviting repentance, and offering restoration. Let us heed His call: “Be zealous and repent!” Overcomers will reign with Him and enjoy unbroken communion at His table.
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📆 March 23–29, 2025
📆 WEEKLY READING: THE SPIRIT OF PROPHECY
📖 Ellen White | Steps to Christ – Chapter 10
✨ A Knowledge of God
📖 Read online here
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🔵 Introduction
Chapter 10 is a profound call to recognize God’s nature, work, and love in creation, in His Word, and in our own lives. The created world, the Scriptures, and the influence of the Holy Spirit are three primary channels through which God reaches us. This reflection invites us to ponder God’s glory and to come to know Him more deeply.
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🟡 Commentary
1.God Revealed in Nature
Nature continually speaks of its Creator. Those with open hearts and attentive ears can hear God’s voice in creation. Jesus’ parables drawn from the natural world show how closely heaven and earth are linked. Nature is not merely for admiration but serves as teacher and mediator between God and humanity.
2.God’s All-Encompassing Care
From the vast universe to the sparrow, from the palace to the simple meal—God’s gaze rests on every detail. This omnipresent love frees us from fear and leads us into deep rest.
3.A Glorious Future
The beauty we see now is only a faint reflection of what God has prepared for those who love Him. The hope of a world without sin and death brings comfort and perspective.
4.The Bible as Source of Knowledge
God speaks to us through His Word, where Christ is revealed. The Holy Spirit enables us to understand these truths. Scripture is clear, accessible, and meant for everyone. But it is not superficial reading that yields insight, but deep, prayerful study.
5.The Word’s Impact on Our Lives
Just as natural food strengthens the body, so God’s Word strengthens our spiritual life. Meditation, prayer, and the Holy Spirit work together to transform our character and make us more like Christ.
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🟢 Summary
God reveals Himself in many ways—through nature, through His Word, and through the Holy Spirit. Those who are willing to listen will recognize His voice. The Bible stands as the clearest expression of His will. Only through earnest study, prayer, and humility can we truly grasp God’s nature. His love is evident in His care for the smallest and the greatest alike. Reflecting on these truths leads to the transformation of our hearts.
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🔴 Message for Today
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Be attentive to God’s voice in nature and in daily life.
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Set aside time for God’s Word and study it with devotion.
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Ask the Holy Spirit for understanding and guidance.
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Let God’s care comfort and direct you.
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Live with an eye on the glory yet to come.
Knowing God is not secret knowledge but an invitation to relationship. Those who seek will find; those who listen will understand; those who believe will be transformed.
