Sign of Times (Part XI -21)

By Moonings


The Message to Each Church

Laodicea/Modern Evangelical Churches

Salutation: Christ is the Amen, the faithful and true witness, and the beginning of God's creation.
Relevance to this church: This church has freely affirmed, "Amen," has defended the authority of Scripture against liberalism, and has insisted that the world arose by creation and not evolution. But in maintaining these doctrines, Laodicea has tended to ignore the Person whom these doctrines adorn.

Acknowledgment: He notices their works, and His verdict is that they are lukewarm.
Relevance to this church: In the brief history of this church, little has been accomplished, since most of its people live largely self-indulgent lives.

Exhortation/Criticism: They are self-deluded in thinking they have everything. In reality, they have nothing.
Relevance to this church: Outwardly this church is very successful. It has large congregations, sumptuous facilities, and extensive exposure in the media. Yet it teaches an easy-believism that gives security without salvation.

Warning: As many as He loves, He will rebuke and chasten.
Relevance to this church: Most of the people in this church will not take part in the Rapture. The shock of being left behind and the rigors of the Tribulation will bring the elect among them to a saving knowledge of Christ.

Assurance: Any who repent will enjoy fellowship with Christ.
Relevance to this church: After the Rapture, it will not be too late to accept Christ. Any in Laodicea who then repent will be saved.

Promise: Overcomers will sit with Him in His throne.
Relevance to this church: Though they may for a time suffer exclusion from Christ's presence, the overcomers will someday enjoy intimate fellowship with Christ, even sitting by His side upon His throne.