Abundant Life Sermons

Jesus found the church in Philadelphia in Revelation irresistible for 4 reasons… REASON 1. THEY FOCUSED ON ETERNITY Revelation 3:7-8 “And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write, ‘These things says He who is holy, He who is true, He who has the key of David, He who opens and no one shuts, and shuts and no one opens…” THE CHURCH TODAY THAT JESUS FINDS IRRESISTIBLE has a faith that is risky and gives sacrificially to redeem lives eternally. That is the church where Jesus will open doors of opportunity! REASON 2. THEY HAVE A HEART OF HUMILITY Revelation 3:8 “I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength…” THE CHURCH TODAY THAT JESUS FINDS IRRESISTIBLE recognizes its complete dependency on God. The church today always needs a vision that demands divine intervention that keeps us in a state of desperation. REASON 3. THEY STAND ON BIBLICAL AUTHORITY Revelation 3:8 “I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one