You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. (Matthew 5:13, NIV)

This sermon calls us to steadfast loyalty to Jesus in a world of compromise. The Christians in Pergamum lived where “Satan’s throne” was—yet they were urged to cling to Christ’s name and reject idolatry and immorality. The tone is both courageous and cleansing: a call to holiness rooted not in shame, but in love for the One who gives us “hidden manna” and a “new name.”

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“Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you life as your victor’s crown.” (Revelation 2:10, NIV)

As we continue on from last week, we are again reminded that that Jesus is sovereign even in suffering. The letter to Smyrna calls believers to endure persecution, knowing the battle is temporary but the victory is eternal. Worship can highlight giving thanks for Christ’s sovereignty, his victory over death, and the hope of eternal life, while also offering songs of trust and courage for today’s trials.

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“I know your afflictions and your poverty—yet you are rich! (Revelation 2:9, NIV)

This sermon reminds us that Jesus is sovereign even in suffering. The letter to Smyrna calls believers to endure persecution, knowing the battle is temporary but the victory is eternal. Worship can highlight Christ’s sovereignty, his victory over death, and the hope of eternal life, while also offering songs of trust and courage for today’s trials.

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