empty and heart broken(1 John 2:15-17), IV. Thats what it is. There will be a temptation to want to raise your flag as well and say, Here I am, you can count on me. Or to wear the sort of clothes that everyone would wear. The Bible discusses faithfulness as being much more than worshipping God. He knew they would experience difficult times in their lives. 6:4 ), in which he is to set aside those things of his old way of life ( 2 Cor. You cannot fail in Godnever, ever, ever. Oh, by the way, its while Jesus Christ was reigning as King forever. And when the young man asked, Master, all of these commandments have I kept from my youth, but my heart is still hungry and empty, what lack I yet that I might obtain eternal life? People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? You dont doubt His goodness. Listen to the words of our Lord in Luke 6:26: Woe unto you, when all men shall speak well of you! We are not in this world to be acclaimed, we are to be true to our Lord, no matter what repudiation or scoffing or scorning. But from salvation to glory there are three vitally important The Bible tells us that there is a sin that leads unto death - one single sin - and it might not be what we expect. That right there was meant to be comfort. Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. Heres the mayor, heres the governor, heres the president. WebFEATURE SERMON TEXT-FEATURE Featuring a sermon puts it on the front page of the site and is the most effective way to bring this sermon to the attention of thousands But when that acclamation and acceptance violates our commitment to Christ, it is to be repudiated by the disciple of our Lord. Hymn, I Have Decided to Follow Jesus, C. Faith God(John 8:31-32, 14:23-24), A. Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (September 25, 2015) Psychologist But if a man loves God, every day is a sweeter day, a triumphant day, and some day, a victorious day. It is a sermon in the series on the Great Doctrines of the Bible. And in this section, composed of about five sermons, the messages are addressed to us who are Christians. WebSermons by Bible: Sermons by Category: Sermons by Topic: Sermons by Speaker: Sermons by Language: Sermons by Date: Staff Picks: Comments, ALL -0 sec: Top Sermons: Online Bible: Hymnal: Daily Reading: About | $1 Signup! Especially and particularly is that true with our young people. Listening to a man expound the unsearchable riches of the Word of God. Come. And the world passeth away . by choice to our Lord and Master forever, 1. Not only that, but the Lord Jesus can sympathize because He, too, is a man, a human being, even now in heaven, the God-man. Theme: Show the faith of these two great patriarchs. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4. WebTo know Me is to have life! The real hero is not he who makes the fastest schedule but he who lasts the longest. But here God says dont be surprised, dont, when it comes, do not think God is against you. An appeal for faithfulness in an era when Remembering the things of God will help us overcome temptation. You dont get angry with God. Paul takes a look around as he gives his last testimony. And a youngster wants to belong to the group. Because when the Lord looked into the heart of that rich, young ruler, he loved things more than he loved God [Matthew 19:21-22; Mark 10:21-22]. Title: Death of two great patriarchs When the spies arrived in Jericho, they entered into what everyone thought was a harlot's house. [The Pearly White City, Arthur F. Ingler]. What was important to them in the beginning was no longer important. Were at 7, 8 now? He hands it back to you doubly blessed; sanctified, hallowed when I place Jesus first in my life. And the Lord noticed it. That is the child of God. Doubt will say, How? Youre faithful. They were hated, they were harassed, they faced the prospect of persecution and even death in this city of Smyrna. Give to Him life, home, family, business He will give it back to you Lets peer inside Pauls heart, and see whats in there. After their conversion, they stop using alcohol but after a while they begin using it again. The love of God is a powerful force in our efforts to be faithful. Committed to a belief in another world(Colossians 3:2, 1 Corinthians 15:19), A. Clarence Money causes individuals to work long hours and thus neglect their families. He came unto His own, and His own received Him not. His townspeople where He grew up in Nazareth took Him to the brow of the hill on which their city was built to cast Him along to His death [Luke 4:28-29]. The LORD preserves the faithful (Ps. He never knows a turning back or an ultimate defeat. Certain things I try to pray for each day, certain things I try to pray for on a day of the week, and persecuted church is one of those. And on the first anniversary of that wonderful experience, he wrote that marvelous hymn: [O for a Thousand Tongues, Charles Wesley]. Faithfulness is full time until the end of time. Polycarp was born in A.D. 69, so just before the destruction of Jerusalem and the fall of the Temple, well within the lifespan of some who would have been eyewitnesses to Christ and his work. Matthew 10:38: He that taketh not his cross, and followeth after Me, is not worthy of Me. And Matthew 16:24: If any one will come after Me, let him . But whether it is a diadem or a garland, whether it is a royal crown or a victors crown, God says if we are faithful and true, at the end of the way He will reward us with a crown of life [Revelation 2:10]. 6:9). Come do what you wish. Polycarp was then found guilty of confessing to being a Christian. It wasnt the procedure at this time that you would try to stamp out every Christian, but if somebody ratted you out, often your family, and you were brought there, then you were made to recant. 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Denomination: Our Some of you perhaps pray for it every day, that would be wonderful. They think theres a way to avoid death and they dont have to think because everyone just goes to heaven and consequently most people spend more time trying to avoid death than they do spending time preparing and making sure theyre on the path to heaven. Later in the letter we read such is the story of blessed Polycarp, although he, together with those from Philadelphia, was the 12th person martyred in Smyrna, he alone is especially remembered by everyone so that he is spoken of everywhere, even by pagans. 8 billion called themselves Christians in some broadest sense of the word. Speaking of winning the lost, Paul says, The love of Christ compels us (2 Cor. Because if were reading Scripture, well have the power to overcome temptation. Faithfulness means you keep bearing witness to Jesus. approved we fear repudiation, censure, 2. THE CHURCH THAT WOULD NOT SURRENDER We come to see that the thing of value is not speed but endurance. Or see the movie or tell the jokes or visit the websites that everyone else. False doctrine leads many astray. repudiation of the world, a. Jesus Text: 8 "To the angel of the church in Smyrna write: "The First and the Last, the One who was dead and came to life, says: 9 I know your tribulation and poverty, yet you are rich. Not only is there no evidence of immortality, but the facts show it is utterly impossible for us that there should be a life beyond this one on earth. Thats what they say, the unbeliever and the infidel and the agnostic. Then finally, number three let us remember death is not the enemy. I dont invite it. 2:4). Suffering. He was soon to dieto be rejected [Mark 10:32-34]. knows nothing about defeat (Romans 4:17-21, Genesis [Matthew 27:57]. The connection of this passage will help us to understand its meaning. by Be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord (1 Cor. Suffering. Well, no, notice what this letter says: The slander of those who say that they are Jews and are not. 2:10). This lesson examines the Rev. That means we are never turning back. They will be subtle, but they will be there. He said you can avoid that second hellish death and though you may face martyrdom, you can live a glorious, joyous life, because on the other side of the first death, is eternal life. 2 Kings 2:1-12. Text: Now there stood by the cross of Jesus his mother, and his mothers sister, Mary the wife of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalene. Why didnt the Lord say that to him? The shears with rust are spoiled and yet. Remember Jesus says those who utter all kinds of false things about you, who slander you, that, too, is a kind of persecution and we ought to pray that we will not grow spiritually flabby as a church should we be called upon to face persecution. All seven of the churches of Asia have some castigation from our Lord except this church. . In fact, this one disqualifying sin will exclude us from ever going to heaven and receiving eternal life. Darrows The Story of My Life said there is no evidence of immortality, B. Gods So they didnt have the same protection. 14:14). 12:1). When our Lord was on the way to Jerusalem to die, in Perea on the other side of Jordan, He was met, accosted in a town over there by a rich young ruler [Mark 10:17-22]. 1 Corinthians 15: 3-4 Try to set an example from time to time to pray for it here from the pulpit. Files Audio Faithful Unto Death (Video) Notes Transcript That is what the Bible said about Jesus: Jesus, looking upon him, loved him [Mark 10:21]. 6 Now know I that the LORD saveth his anointed; he Its a very human response to fear death. It is one of the marks and the characteristics of a good disciple of Jesus; our love for one another. Web"Faithful unto Death" Sixth Sunday after Pentecost St. Mark 6:14-29 July 16, 2006 IN NOMINE JESU In the rite of Confirmation, the confirmands are reminded of what they have undergone, as the pastor states: You have been baptized and you have been taught the faith according to our Lord's bidding. And our Lord, bless these to whom the Holy Spirit makes appeal this morning; some to put their lives with us in the church, some to follow our blessed Lord Jesus in baptism [Matthew 3:13-17], some to accept Thee as Savior; bless each one. Kids, young people, you will face even more pressures. May I turn to 1 John 3:14? self in my heart and enthrone the Lord Jesus, 1. The second death is. The master of the house was to take an awl, a punch, and pierce the ear of the slave and drive it against the wall, against the door of the house; a sign and a symbol that this slave was driven to the loving service of his master forever [Deuteronomy 15:16-17]. Therefore, when he was brought before him, the proconsul, so the governor, asked if he were Polycarp, and when he confessed that he was, the proconsul tried to persuade him to recant, saying Have respect for your age and other such things as they were accustomed to say. The other place it is used is to describe the face of that young man. We always face death as Christians remembering that our God has promised us a resurrection. Faithfulness involves giving our whole heart to God and trying to please him each day we live. That may sound daunting. 15, 16), VI. take up his cross, and follow Me. The cross is an instrument of death. WebFaithfulness unto death is Gods standard for human life. By a living faith, I mean one consumed with one desireto please our Lord. FAITHFUL EVEN UNTO DEATH II Kings 2:1-12 For the child of God, heaven is our ultimate destination. All England came to know him. John 13:34, 35: I new commandment that I give unto you, That you love one another; as I have loved youBy this shall all men know that you are My disciples, if you have love one to another. . Number two let us be faithful even in our limited kinds of persecution. Theyre such a testimony to Gods grace. That is our faith. We dare not just go through the motions without loving God with all our heart. One, starting with Nero, Christians were blamed for things in Rome and were being persecuted, at least intermittently. Now, listen to His exact word: Give away what you have. Would it be murder, rape, spouse abuse, adultery, theft, gambling, or perhaps lying? The church in Smyrna was a church of paradoxes. But look at Jesus (John 1:10-11, Mark 5:40, So the men prepared the pyre and stripped Polycarp of his clothes, and as they were about to nail him to the stake, Polycarp interrupted. WebSermon Series: RevelationSermon Title: The Church of Smyrna: Be Faithful Unto DeathScripture Text: Revelation 2:8-11Speaker: Rev. Now, before I mention the last one may I recapitulate? Nathan Hale entered Yale University as a ministerial student studying to be a preacher. We can remember the things of God. Foursquare. And it is one of the seven churches of Asia [Revelation 2:1-3:22]: Ephesus, and then right north, Smyrna. Give it up. We see it here in this text its the second death. Preacher, just stand up there and tell us what God says. But why do you delay? And He took him out under the chalice of the night sky and said, Abraham, count the stars. And Abraham said, Lord, I cannot count that many. And God said, So shall thy seed be [Genesis 15:3-5]. General Washington needed information concerning the British troops. Matthew 9:24, Luke 8:53), 2. It was a difficult situation. When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, I hope you have that somewhere in your regular rhythm. Would I run away? I. For the LORD preserves the faithful, And fully repays the proud person (Ps. So the first command to the Church dont be afraid what youre about to suffer. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.. Its marking out the date and time of his death. An outline from the book The Bumps Are What You Climb On "Three Important Looks" by Warren Wiersbe pg 17 1980 He wants to be acclaimed and accepted and praised by them. WebKing James Version 10 Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten If youre faithful unto death, you will get the crown of life. He lived, he died, he's alive. So you add them all up, and what? Three points of application. It is a message to Be faithful until death.. We all love to be praised. WebSermons by Bible: Sermons by Category: Sermons by Topic: Sermons by Speaker: Sermons by Language: Sermons by Date: Staff Picks: Comments, ALL -1 sec: Top Sermons: Online Bible: Hymnal: Daily Reading: Our As your mind scans His life from the wilderness temptations to the last agonizing utterance from the cross, He is observed to be faithful. It had been for a long time. I recognize the first born of Satan. So he didnt mess around. 2:10 states, Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. There are too many professing Christians which the Lord cannot depend upon. Dont you find those martyrdom stories inspiring and yet utterly overwhelming? Irenaeus tells the story that on one occasion when Polycarp came face-to-face with the gnostic heretic Marcion, Marcion asked, Do you recognize me? to which Polycarp responded, I do, indeed. As we apply this standard, our views on many things undergo a radical change. read more, Scripture: I AM the LIFE. Title: The Face of Faithfulness: John Charles Wesley was an Anglican minister. Denial of self(Matthew 16:24-25), A. You can understand how this might happen. We find them suggested in II Kings 2:1-12. B. Or whether we die or whether we live, we are with Him [1 Thessalonians 4:15-17]. Our reward is not here, it is there [Matthew 5:12]. WebBe thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee the crown of life. He knew they would be tested severely. Most of us, if were honest, are scared of suffering. Revelation chapter 2, beginning at verse 8. 5:17)-His point is that Elijah was a human being just like everyone else, yet his prayers accomplished much. This comes in chapter 21, the final chapter in some of the manuscripts of The Martyrdom of Polycarp. Well, Jesus said something about this. Faith, trust, commitment brings God into our lives and into our scene; and faith knows absolutely nothing about defeat. But if I abdicate the throne, and no longer is itself, but if I enthrone my Lord, life becomes infinitely blessed, infinitely precious, infinitely meaningful. What youre about to suffer need not be fearful. In Matthew 16:3 Jesus uses it describing the face of a sky before a violent storm. If they were faithful to the end, surely we can be as well. This morning, we want to examine the biblical teachings concerning our faithfulness and call us to faithfulness to God. read more, Scripture: Jesus told the church in Smyrna, "Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life" (Revelation 2:10, KJV). This was the problem with the Ephesian church-I have this against you, that you have left your first love (Rev. 21:25). They dont think anything of the second death, thats not a possibility, but maybe theres some way with the right potions and the right exercise and the right diet, I dont actually have to face my own mortality.. Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life (Rev. View all Sermons Faithful Unto Death Series Contributed by Allen James on Sep 29, 2011 (message contributor) (rate this sermon) | 6,507 views Scripture: Paul wrote along similar lines "I have fought the We can remember the great examples of Scripture. Our Lord, before it comes to pass, we praise Thy wonderful, keeping, saving, endearing name for all You have done for us; died to save us [1 Corinthians 15:3], poured out Thy blood to wash us clean and white [Revelation 1:5, 5:9], that we might stand in the presence of God forgiven [Jude 1:24]. When we suffer, were tempted to doubt Gods goodness, to question His sovereignty, to find Him less glorious, to wonder if Hes left us or forsaken us. . A pathway deliberately chosen death to the deepest desires of the flesh, but he that doeth the will of God abideth forever. When a man loves the world and the things that are in the world, the day finally comes when he finds his hands empty and his heart broken. Paul said, None of these things move me; nor do I count my life dear to myself so that I may finish my race with joy (Acts 20:24). Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life. He gained the information, but on his way back to report to General Washington he was recognized and seized and hanged in what is today New York City, on Market Street and East Broadway. by We allow ourselves to be involved in so many activities that we no longer have the time to devote to Bible study and prayer. Suffering is suffering. It has never happened in the history of the world. He knew what it was to suffer as a man. Repent. And as a youth, I read The Story of My Life by Clarence Darrow. (Revelation 2:8-11) And unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These things saith the first and the last, which was dead, and is alive; I know thy works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but thou art rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Revelation 2:10, Do not fear what you are about to suffer. But in 1776, he joined the Revolutionary Army. Pastor Wayne Tindale Ritual of piercing the ear of a slave who refuses to leave his master after Jesus will be there with you. For me I have it written down. WebClosed with a few words from Revelation chapter 2, including the line, "be faithful unto death." Smyrna won the special privilege to build a temple to Emperor Tiberius. Say away with the atheist.. And after he began his preachingafter he was a preacher, he was wonderfully converted. . If I die, praise His name, it is to be with Him. Rev. It is used twice in the Bible. When the lad was thirteen years old, because of the poverty of the family, they sent him away to London; there apprenticed him to a tailorjust receiving something to eat and something to wear. There was no one like Ahab who sold himself to do wickedness in me sight of the LORD, because Jezebel his wife stirred him up (1 Ki. And I wonder if those of you this morning who are facing uncertain times, facing hardships, illness, chronic problems, test results, wayward family members Can you hear this comfort? Amen. Romans 10:17: Faith cometh by hearing, and hearing the word of God. If someone loved Jesus, he never tires of hearing about Him. That sadly has happened. But to be repudiated and to be censored and to be disliked is a terrible thing to bear. read more, Scripture: You dont forget His promise. WebUnto death! Faithfulness. 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