Divisions (run-on
sentence OK, direct verbiage from Scripture):
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1
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2:12-17
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Pergamum: where Satan has his throne and people hold to
the teaching of Balaam – Repent!
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Principle:
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Your response to God’s Word identifies who is sitting on
the throne of your life.
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2
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2:18-29
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Thyatira: you’re doing more than at first, but tolerate
Jezebel – to overcomers I give authority over nations.
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Principle:
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Our behaviors are rooted in our hearts and minds and
should be pleasing to Christ if we belong to Him.
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3
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3:1-6
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Sardis: wake up and strengthen what’s about to die –
overcomers will be dressed in white.
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Principle:
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We should seek regular spiritual awakening and
strengthening in order to follow though in our service to Christ.
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Subject Sentence (10-word sentence with proper structure):
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John writes Jesus’ words to Pergamum, Thyatira and Sardis.
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Aim (Christian and Non-Christian):
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TCMATK Jesus’ Warnings, instructions and encouragement to
the Revelation churches apply to us today.
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Application:
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1
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What instruction have you received from the sharp,
double-edged sword and how have you responded?
Who sits on the throne of your life? How will you ensure this seat is occupied
by the proper entity?
Tradition says Antipas was roasted alive in a bronze bull
and could be heard praying while he died.
What is your reaction to extreme circumstances in your life?
If Jesus were sitting with you right now, what would He
say He has against you? What action
will you take this week to make this right?
What is the Spirit saying to you and how are you
responding?
How might you encourage someone else with what you’ve
overcome?
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2
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What deeds might Jesus say He knows you for? How would you like to change this? How would you like to continue developing
this?
In what areas are you tolerant where you should be taking
a stand? What will you do this week to
correct this?
If Christ searched your heart and mind right now, what
would He find? How will you ensure
that what He finds is pleasing to Him?
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3
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What is your spiritual reputation? Does it match reality? What will you do to make it more
God-honoring?
In what areas do you need spiritual awakening and
strengthening? What will you do to
make that happen?
Where are you not following through in your service to
Christ? How will you improve this?
What have you received from Christ and His Word and how
are you obeying it?
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