In Revelation, we know who this letter was written to and by Whom. Jesus speaks to seven different churches and gives messages. One of the messages is to the Ladeceian Church. Jesus criticizes their lukewarm approach to Jesus.
Lukewarm means having no desire for God. They only read what they want and hear what they want. They are not compelled to repent or seek God more. Their efforts are half hearted.
One of the problems with the church in Laodecia is that they think they are rich and self-sufficient. They feel secure in their prosperity and comfortable life.
God is not gennie that just grants our wishes. Why do you worship?
Revelation 3:18 ESV
[18] I counsel you to buy from me gold refined by fire, so that you may be rich, and white garments so that you may clothe yourself and the shame of your nakedness may not be seen, and salve to anoint your eyes, so that you may see.
The Ladeceians were rich from trade. They had large reserves of gold, luxurious clothes and eye salve. Jesus shows them they need to obtain superior items from him because they are poor, blind and naked.
At first it seems that God is judging them, but really God is warning them and asking them to repent.
Revelation 3:16 ESV
[16] So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth.
We see that God is waiting for us.
Revelation 3:20 ESV
[20] Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.
Where can we find God? We find him in our own heart. We need to return back to God. We need to be passionate about our worship and dedication
Yes, there is a warning, but more importantly, this is an invitation for us to return to God.
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