October 22, 2017Passage: Revelation 3:1-6Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Do not be defeated by the failure of others but serve God even if you serve alone. I. Things are not always what they seem. (1) A. The seven spirits describe the character of Jesus. (Isaiah 11:2) B. The seven stars describe the command of Jesus. C.…
October 15, 2017Passage: Revelation 2:18-29Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Politically correct is a muzzle for those who would speak the truth. I. Jesus knows exactly what is going on. (18-19) A. Jesus is the One who sees all. B. Jesus is the One who is powerful. C. Jesus commends those who serve Him. II. The church…
October 8, 2017Passage: Revelation 2:8-17Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Believe Jesus’ promise of a great reward and press on. I. Hold on to God’s promise no matter what. (v 8-11) A. Jesus is worthy of our total trust. B. Even persecution cannot undo the promise. C. The plan of God will not be stopped. II. Hold…
October 1, 2017Passage: Revelation 2:1-7Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Jesus at the center of life keeps everything else in its place. I. Jesus gives praise where it is due. (v 1-3) A. The Lord knows our strengths. (Acts 1:21) B. The Lord knows the price we’ve paid. II. Jesus gives correction where it is needed. (v…
September 24, 2017 Passage: Revelation 1:9-20Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Jesus sent a letter to tell you He has the future in His hands. I. Jesus wants His church to know what will happen. (1:9-11) A. John is a companion in the trials and triumphs. B. John is called to write the prophecy. (See 1 Kings…
September 17, 2017Passage: Revelation 1:1-8Speaker: Bill KnepperMain Point: Jesus always speaks the truth, so listen. I. Revelation is a challenging book for Bible students. A. The author is John. 1. He was in the inner circle of disciples (Peter and James) 2. He was a leader in the church and an Apostle. 3. He was…
