Posts with the tag “reputation”

“The one who conquers will be clothed the same way, in white garments, and I will never erase his name from the book of life, but will confess his name before my Father and before his angels.” - Revelation 3:5    Picture the scene: standing before God in heaven, and Jesus Himself speaks your name. This is the third promise Jesus makes to those who remain faithful: “I will acknowledge his name befo...  Read More

“And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: ‘The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead.’” - Revelation 3:1    As we continue to look at the letters, Jesus begins His letter to the church in Sardis by identifying Himself as the One who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. Thi...  Read More

And to the angel of the church in Sardis write: "The words of him who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know your works. You have the reputation of being alive, but you are dead." - Revelation 3:1   I can't help but wonder if Jesus wrote us a letter, what would He say? Would He compliment us for our faithfulness, or would He call out areas where we've grown complacent? This is so...  Read More