October 8, 2017
Passage:  Revelation 2:8-17
Speaker:  Bill Knepper
Main 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 on to God’s truth no matter what. (v 12-15)
            A. Truth penetrates even the darkest places.
            B. The world constantly  presses for compromise.

III. Hold on because Jesus will be your reward. (v 16-17)
            A. Repent and renew your first commitment.
            B. Anticipate the great reward for great faith.