Blog Post
Whoever Has Ears, Let Them Hear Part 2—by Justin Renton
June 27, 2023
Sermon summary:
Revelation 2:8-11 Jesus had no criticism for the church in Smyrna. He knew their misery and hardship and commended them for being rich spiritually. We freak out when people say horrible things about the church. They were warned about the upcoming challenges they would face, and encouraged to persevere. It is tempting to compromise, but Jesus's sword will cut down all your excuses.
Watch the full service here (the sermon starts at 39 mins)
In Acts 2 we read two passages of scripture that form the blueprint for our beliefs. The early church was centred, they allowed themselves to be led by the Holy Spirit. Is Jesus at the centre of our lives?
We all start out the same way, fearfully and wonderfully made by God. The question is: How do you want your life story to play out? God's goodness pursues us. And while things in life won't work out just because you pray, the cross is the greatest evidence of God's goodness. What will you allow him to do in your life?
Yada is a Hebrew word that means "to know". God reveals himself to us through his power, his loving kindness, his word, Holy Spirit and forgiveness. The cross is the ultimate expression of God's love for us.