November 23

Memphis

Pastor Wil Franco

1. In v. 18, Jesus calls Himself the Son of God to directly contradict the false “sun god” Apollo. Why do you think His words and reminders are so specific and personal to each church?

2. In v. 18, we are told that Jesus has eyes like a flame of fire. Why is it important to remember that our King has the ability and authority to see our hidden compromises, internal motives, and secret sins?

3. In v. 19, the believers are commended for their love, faith, service, and patient endurance. Out of these four virtues, which one are you most struggling to display in this season? Why?

4. In our current cultural moment, what are the “Jezebel” (v. 20) or “Balaam” (v. 14) type teachings that are most likely to tempt the Western church to forget the gospel, justify compromise, and minimize sin?

5. In Thyatira, there was constant pressure to compromise faith in order to excel in the workplace. Have you ever faced or been tempted to justify compromise in the workplace for the sake of vocational success or financial security? If so, when?