Faith Lutheran Church - Oakville
Seven: Suffering in Smyrna, Pastor Chris Sommer
A ministry called Open Doors is focused on support and encouragement to persecuted Christians around the world. They report that month approximately 322 Christians are martyred for simply professing Christ as Lord! This morning Pastor John will share some of the realities of Christian persecution today, and also hear Jesus' words of encouragement to a small church in Smyrna, Asia Minor (modern day Turkey) mentioned in the book of Revelation. Our prayer is that we might have "ears to hear" what Jesus says, not only to this church of persecuted Christians, but to all us who are feeling the pressure of living for and following Jesus Christ.
Locations & Times
Faith Lutheran Church - Oakville
St. Louis, MO 63129, USA
Sunday 7:45 AM
Sunday 9:15 AM
Sunday 10:45 AM
The Reality of Suffering and Persecution
Jesus Speaks Encouragement as . . .
The _____________ One
The _________________ One
The _______________ One
Two Commands and Two Promises
Don't be _____ and Be ________! (v. 10)
A ________ of Life and _______ ______________ (vv. 10b-11)
Today’s Message Online
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