The appearance of life is not necessarily the presence of life. The church in Sardis had a great reputation. If we were to visit this church, we would likely seek to model much of our churches after the great things taking place in Sardis. But there was only one problem, they weren't really alive. Everyone thought that this church was filled with life and vibrance, those in the church as well as those in the surrounding community...everyone that is except Jesus. The church in Sardis is one of only 2 churches to receive no commendation from Jesus, only rebuke and correction. Jesus lays out 5 necessary components for this church, and any person, to experience a revived relationship with Him. If we will take Jesus up on His offer of resurrected life, then He extends the promise of eternal reward and eternal life. It is time to stop playing the religious games of trying to look good on the outside, and come to Jesus in sincerity and truth. 

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