“Don’t Falter in the Faith”

“Don’t Falter in the Faith” Revelation 3:7-13

I. He knows the deeds of the Church. • It has little strength • Small in size • Effectiveness is not contingent upon size • Powerful and committed • Powerful impact if we are focused on the goal

I. He knows the deeds of the Church. • It has kept His Word • True to the Word of God • The Bible is the authority that we need to follow • Didn’t compromise in spite of pressure • Pressure from the world to stray from the truth

I. He knows the deeds of the Church. • It has not denied His name • Stayed true in the face of trial • Strength and power comes from staying true to Christ • Profession of Christ never wavered • Boldly confess Jesus as Lord

II. He sets an open door before the Church • Holds the key of David • Kingly line of the Messiah • The One who is holy and true • Character • Authority in the kingdom

II. He sets an open door before the Church • Controls what is opened and shut • What He opens no one can shut • His desire vs. man’s decision • What He shuts no one can open • Risk of continuing to refuse the drawing of God

II. He sets an open door before the Church • An open door that no one can shut • Opposition will be unsuccessful • Cannot be closed by man’s action • Cannot be thwarted by persecution • There is a door of opportunity • Great opportunities for ministry • Our spheres of influence are being enlarged • 1 Chronicles 4:10 • Isaiah 54:2

“Don’t Falter in the Faith”