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Oct 15, 2022

Is Your Church Drifting Away from Its First Love? (Part 1)

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Is Your Church Drifting Away from Its First Love? (Part 1)

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Is your faith wavering under the pressure of today’s culture? In this powerful message, Dr. Youssef warns of the Church’s increasing compromise with societal norms and the danger of losing its passion for Christ. Drawing from Revelation, he challenges believers to refocus on the victorious, glorified Christ and stay steadfast in their faith. Don’t miss this timely call to stand firm and reignite your devotion amidst the world’s noise. Key Themes Examined: The Church as the Bride of Christ: Warning against drifting away from a passionate love for Jesus. The Temptation to Accommodate Culture: How seeking societal acceptance can lead the Church to lose its witness. Revelation of the Glorified Jesus: Jesus is revealed as the exalted, victorious King in the book of Revelation. Jesus as Ruler Over All: Christ’s ultimate authority over nations, rulers, and the universe. Key Points Expanded: The Church’s Drift from Christ: Many churches, like a wife who drifts emotionally from her husband, are losing their love for Christ by accommodating cultural pressures. This slow compromise dilutes the Church’s mission and weakens its witness to the world. The Revelation of Jesus: In the book of Revelation, Jesus is revealed as the suffering servant and as the glorified and triumphant King. Dr. Youssef emphasizes that Christians must keep their eyes on this exalted Jesus to thrive in today’s hostile environment. Jesus as Ruler Over All: While rulers and nations may try to crush the Church, Dr. Youssef reminds us that Jesus is the King of kings and sovereign. His power and authority surpass all earthly rules, giving believers the strength to endure and remain faithful. Are you ready to reignite your love for Christ and stand firm in a world of compromise? Watch the next sermon in this series as Dr. Youssef continues to unveil the challenges and victories the Church faces today. Scripture: Revelation 1:1-5 Download

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