Revelation 2:8-11
8 ‘And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write: These are the words of the first and the last, who was dead and came to life: 9‘I know your affliction and your poverty, even though you are rich. I know the slander on the part of those who say that they are Jews and are not, but are a synagogue of Satan. 10Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Beware, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison so that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have affliction. Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life. 11Let anyone who has an ear listen to what the Spirit is saying to the churches. Whoever conquers will not be harmed by the second death.
Poverty, weaknesses and riches. What an unlikely combination! What immediately comes to mind is Don Moen’s song, Give Thanks.
Give thanks with a grateful heart
Give thanks unto the Holy One
Give thanks because He's given Jesus Christ, His Son
And now let the weak say, 'I am strong'
Let the poor say, 'I am rich
Because of what the Lord has done for us'
Give thanks
Whether spiritually or physically weak or living in poverty, we have received the greatest gift of all, the saving power of Jesus Christ. What are you thankful for today? How has the Lord touched your life today?
Jan Olson
For more information on all of our ministries, visit http://www.allsaintspalatine.org. Remember to join us this Sunday morning for worship at 8:30 and 11. Education Hour for all ages at 9:45.
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