In the Word
with Pastor Mike Warren
Faith Under Fire: The Church of Smyrna’s Courage and the Call to Enduring Faith – Revelation 2:8-11
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
This sermon examines Jesus’ message to the persecuted church of Smyrna, revealing how suffering can purify faith and rekindle passion that complacency has dimmed. The pastor shares the story of Polycarp’s martyrdom to illustrate steadfast devotion, explaining that true believers refuse to compromise even when facing death because they serve the risen Christ who was once dead but lives forever. The message urges listeners to stop loving the world, embrace eternal perspective, and let trials produce an unshakable faith that becomes a sweet fragrance before God.
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