To the Church at Sardis

Letters to the Seven Churches - Message 7 - To the Church at Sardis - Rev. 3:1-6

Outline:

I. Introduction to Sardis
A. Luxurious and Loose
B. Military Stronghold
C. Capital of the Kingdom of Lydia, later a Persian City
D. Temples to False Gods, Synagogue, but No Persecution
E. Aesop Born in Sardis

II. The Presentation of Christ – vs. 1
A. Seven Spirits – the Holy Spirit in Full Measure – Rev 4:5; Eph 1:13-14
B. Seven Stars – Ministers appointed by Christ – Eph 4:11

III. The Praiseworthy Commendation – none

IV. The Proposed Correction – vs. 1-2
A. Known for Works
B. Look Alive, but are Dead
C. Strengthen what is about to Die – Imperfect, Incomplete Works

V. The Potential Consequences – vs. 3
A. Remember and Repent
B. Be Watching – Need Revival (remember city history)

VI. The Promise for Conquerors – vs. 4-6
A. A Pure Remnant Remains – James 1:21, 26-27; 4:4
B. White Garments – Righteousness – Psa 104:2; Rev 7:9, 13
C. The Book of Life – Heb 12:23; Rev 13:8; 17:8; 20:12, 15; 21:27; 22:19
D. Confessed before the Father & Angels – Matt 10:32; Luke 12:8