Church of Little Power and Great Open Door

Revelation 3:1–6

1. The City (3:7a)

2. The Correspondent, Jesus Christ, the One that is Holy and True (3:7b)

3. The Church (3:8-13

Commendation

1. Faithful with Opportunities given to them
2. Spiritual Capacity
3. Faithfulness to Scripture
4. Committed to Christ

Comfort

1. Persecutors
2. Great Tribulation
3. Return of the Lord

4. The Rewards (3:12)

1. Prominent pillar in the Temple of God
2. Permanent place
3. Three Special Names

How can we demonstrate faithfulness to the Gospel?

1. Be persistent in the work of the gospel (3:8).
2. Be true to the name of Jesus (3:8).
3. Be energized by the prospects for evangelism and missions (3:8).
4. Be encouraged by the hope of vindication (3:9).

How can we live by the promises of God?

1. Jesus will protect us according to His plans (3:10).
2. Jesus will come soon, so stay strong (3:11).
3. Jesus will honor us by giving us a home and His name (3:12–13).