Revelation 3:14-22: The Church That Made Jesus Sick

I) Laodicea
A) It was a __________ city situated on a major east–west trade route.

1) It had numerous ___________________.

2) Multiple _________________________.

3) A large sports ___________.

B) It was a major _____________ center.

C) It had a renowned ___________ school, noted for its eye salves.

D) It was famous for its _______ industry, especially its high-quality black wool.


II) Jesus’s Description of Himself.
A) Jesus articulates His _______________.

B) Jesus asserts the ______________ of His witness.

C) Jesus declares His ______________.


III) Jesus’s Critique of Laodicea
A) No words of ________________.

B) They lack _____________ and have ineffective faith

1) Laodicea’s water was piped in and became ____________ and full of minerals.

2) Hierapolis was famous for its _____________ hot springs.

3) Colossae was known for its refreshing _________ spring water.
How do I allow my faith to determine my value and purpose?




C) They are ____________ and self-sufficient.

In what ways have I become prideful and spiritually self-sufficient?




IV) Jesus’s Antidote
A) Jesus’s heart is to __________ them up not tear them down.

1) He ______ the Laodicean believers despite their failures.

2) He invites them to a ____________ relationship.

B) Jesus commands them to zealously ___________.

1) Let Jesus _______ their eyes to their true state.

2) Let Jesus clothe them with his ________________________.

3) Let God ____________ and mold their life.


V) Jesus's Promise.
A) An _____________ closeness with God.

B) A chance to experience life the way it was ______________ meant to be.