Podcasts about Sardis

Sunday Service: Revelation 3:1–6 highlights Jesus' sharp rebuke of the church in Sardis, exposing their false reputation as a vibrant, godly community while in reality they were spiritually dead. Though outwardly active in good works, social causes, and community service, their efforts were not rooted in a heart transformed by Christ. Jesus makes it clear that good deeds without genuine faith are worthless, reminding them that many “good people” will miss salvation. Unlike churches with obvious sins, Sardis' hypocrisy was hidden beneath religious activity, making it harder to discern. Jesus calls them to repent and truly believe in Him, warning that without salvation they will be left behind at His sudden return, like in the days of Noah and Lot. Yet, even in this lifeless church, a few true believers remain faithful, showing that God can still use flawed ministries to bring people to salvation. Jesus closes with hope and encouragement: those who stay with Him will be clothed in white, their sins washed away, their names secure in the Book of Life, and they will overcome by holding fast to Him. Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com                  

Esta carta de parte de Cristo a Sardis donde Jesús exhorta a la congregación a arrepentirse y así o borraría su nombre del libro de la vida. Contáctanos: Lamparaatuspies3@gmail.com

When Heaven Is Silent, Hell Is Unbothered - Part 1Some churches seem to shine with spiritual light, but the glow is only a reflection of a vibrant past. In Revelation 3, Jesus confronts the church in Sardis—a congregation with a strong reputation but a dead reality. This episode explores how overconfidence, comfort, and cultural compromise can silently drain a church's spiritual life. Using the powerful image of the star Betelgeuse, we uncover the dangers of living on yesterday's light and the warning signs that a church might be dying.8.10.25 - Message 9

What can a superhero teach us about being awake? Join us for the message “Apocalypse (Right) Now: Sardis.”

This sermon examines the letter to the church in Sardis from Revelation 3:1-6. Pastor Isaac explains how this church had a reputation for being alive but was actually spiritually dead. The message focuses on the disconnect between outward appearance and inward reality, comparing it to modern 'branding' where people project an image that doesn't match their true spiritual condition. The Lord calls this church to wake up, strengthen what remains, remember what they've received, and repent before it's too late.

Allan Wilks, Revelation Letters - Sardis by Terrill Road Bible Chapel

Listen to a powerful message of hope from Ps Luke de Jong (Senior Leader) as we explore the letter to the church of Sardis, as seen in Revelation 3. Ps Luke reminds us that God is calling us to live a life of being spiritually alive - not just looking the part._To find out more about LIFE, visit us at lifenz.org

Listen to a powerful message of hope from Ben Mays (Teaching Specialist) as we explore the letter to the church of Sardis, as seen in Revelation 3. Ben reminds us that God is calling us to live a life of being spiritually alive - not just looking the part._To find out more about LIFE, visit us at lifenz.org

Do you look spiritually alive and yet you really are spiritually dead? Join us today as we see what words Jesus has for the Church of Sardis who He says “looks alive” but in reality is “dead”! If this church looks like us – what does Jesus say we can do about it?

Do you look spiritually alive and yet you really are spiritually dead? Join us today as we see what words Jesus has for the Church of Sardis who He says “looks alive” but in reality is “dead”! If this church looks like us – what does Jesus say we can do about it?

Today we look at the church of Sardis in the beginning of Revelation 3 and how Jesus calls them a dead church. He tells them to wake up and then He instructs them in three things they must do.  For more information on The Gathering, check out our website thegathering.online  

In this message, I preach on Jesus' warning to the church in Sardis—believers who looked alive but were spiritually dead. Jesus calls them, and us, to wake up, repent, and return to true spiritual vitality. If you've ever felt like you were just going through the motions, this is a message of hope, challenge, and renewal. Let's wake up before it's too late.

Pastor Phil Sparling - A Church Like That! - Weekend Sermon Podcast - www.auburngrace.com

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Jesus tells the church of Sardis that they were spiritually dead, even though they had a good reputation with others, and that they needed to change! Those who are genuinely living for Christ are totally accepted by him!

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Sardis is the Church Jesus called Dead on Arrival.  Pastor Chris takes us through Revelation 3:1-6 and breaks down many take aways for us in our journey with the Lord in modern times.

The Lord of the Church evaluates the church at Thyatira and at Sardis.

Clinton, AR 2008

The church of Sardis received a jarring wake-up call from Jesus. While they had a reputation for being alive and vibrant, Jesus saw something different - a church that was spiritually dead inside. This powerful contrast between reputation and reality offers important lessons for our faith journey today.

Pastor Seth Kim spoke on Revelation 3:1-6 during Part 7 of the Love God Love My City sermon series where we learned that we will not be consistently fake when we are spiritually awake.

Elder James Neale proclaims important points about overcoming coming spiritual deadness.

Elder James Neale proclaims important points about overcoming coming spiritual deadness.

Elder James Neale proclaims important points about overcoming coming spiritual deadness.

Elder James Neale proclaims important points about overcoming coming spiritual deadness.

Elder James Neale proclaims important points about overcoming coming spiritual deadness.

Elder James Neale proclaims important points about overcoming coming spiritual deadness.

Revelation 3:1-6

Suddenly wilted I. Cain II. King Saul III. Demas IV. Sardis church V. You

We're looking at the dead church of Sardis, and the Lord's remedy for how to fix the problem, if its you.

Sunday Pastor Rick Barnett 7/6/2025

We're looking at this scathing letter the Lord Jesus Christ sent to the spiritual leader of the Church of Sardis.

Today on WGOD Radio, we start the dead church of Sardis. Jesus calls them dead--deceived and dead.

“Lukewarm” isn't really a desirable trait in, well, just about anything. After all, is there anyone who actually looks forward to a lukewarm cup of coffee in the morning? But when Jesus uses this word, what he has in mind is something far worse. In this week's message from Revelation 3, Pastor J.D. takes us through John's last three letters to the churches. Though Jesus doesn't have anything negative to say to the church at Philadelphia, he has plenty to say to the congregation of Laodicea, and it begins with his visceral reaction to their halfhearted Christianity. We, of course, have to be careful not to fall into the same trap: claiming the name of Jesus with our lips but living lives that are in no way distinct from the world.  

July 6th, 2025 Moss Brook Church Seven Letters to the (2)1st Century Church: Sardis: The Dead Church Pastor Mike Booker

In a world where it's easy to coast, conform, or fall asleep spiritually, Jesus calls us to wake up and live as fully engaged, passionate followers. Discover what it means to be a faith walker, not a sleepwalker. Learn how to strengthen what remains, stand firm on your core values, and live with eternal urgency. We're honored to have guest speaker, Jim Kragel, bring the message and challenge us from Revelation 3, as well as verses from Romans 12, Philippians 3, Psalms, and more—this message is packed with truth to reignite your heart for God.

Sunday Pastor Rick Barnett 6/29/2025

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Revelation 3 is our Lord's timeless message of warning, advice and essential attitudinal changes were required of the 3 of the 7 Turkish ecclesias Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea. The first had to realise that the reputation Sardis once enjoyed was gone and they needed to wake up, repent and get back to their roots. Philadelphia, alone of the ecclesias received no condemnation, but rather they are encouraged to remain steadfast. On the other hand, the wealthy Laodicea was pitifully ignorant of their true state and needed to open the door of their hearts to the soon to be returned and door-knocking Lord Jesus Christ. Chapter 4 presents the Christ ruling with his saints in glory. The chapter is an invitation for the Lamb, the Lord Jesus Christ, to ascend into the political heavens through the open door and rule upon the earth. This is an encouraging vision of the kingdom on which we will elaborate on in tomorrows' comments. Chapter 4 presents the Christ ruling with his saints in glory. It is part of a vision of the Lord Jesus Christ ruling in glory with his saints - faithful believers - during the kingdom age soon to come. The Apostle John as part of the Lords bride is invited into the political heavens of rulership at the start of this vision. The first part of this vision is revealed in chapter 4 verses 2-11. John sees the throne of the Lamb surrounded by 24 elders who represent the worthy saints of all time until the resurrection. They are the 24 orders of king-priests that reign with Jesus Messiah. These 24 elders are described in verse 7 as being like the cherubim of Ezekiel 1 and the seraphim of Isaiah 6. In verses 8-11 they rightfully ascribe glory to God and His glorious Son.

Apocalipsis Capítulos 2 y 3 - "Las Iglesias de Tiatira y Sardis" by Mission Ebenezer Family Church

Revelation Chapters 2 & 3 - "The Churches in Thyatira & Sardis" by Mission Ebenezer Family Church

June 8, 2025Jesus' letter to Sardis Church must have been difficult to receive for almost all of its members.  Sardis Church had a reputation in the community for being alive, but Jesus knew this was inaccurate, a result of people looking at their outward appearances.  He rebuked them and called them “dead”, meaning almost all of them were apathetic Christians: half-hearted, complacent, going through the motions.  Furthermore, their works were displeasing to God.  They were a church with dead people, and dead works.  Jesus commanded them to wake up, strengthen one another, remember and obey what they had received (and forgotten), and repent, or else Jesus would come against them unexpectedly, and discipline them.  Fortunately for Sardis Church, all was not lost.  Jesus knew there were “a few” (not many at all) vibrant Christians in Sardis Church that had remained spiritually alive, devoted followers of Jesus.  Jesus praised these few for resisting the pull to follow the sinful culture of the city, and He considered them worthy.  Jesus promised to walk with them, clothe them in white, protect their names in the book of life, and claim them as His own.  The timeless theological principle:  Jesus desires and blesses vibrant Christians, and will discipline apathetic Christians who do not wake up and repent.  The application for us today is straightforward:  strive to be a vibrant Christian, and ensure your firm commitment to Jesus is contagious.Revelation 3:1-6