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Revelation 3:14-22
14"To the angel of the assembly in Laodicea write: "The Amen, the Faithful and True Witness, the Head of God`s creation, says these things:
15"I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were cold or hot.
16So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will vomit you out of my mouth.
17Because you say, `I am rich, and have gotten riches, and have need of nothing;` and don`t know that you are the wretched one, miserable, poor, blind, and naked;
18I counsel you to buy from me gold refined by fire, that you may become rich; and white garments, that you may clothe yourself, and that the shame of your nakedness may not be revealed; and eye salve to anoint your eyes, that you may see.
19As many as I love, I reprove and chasten. Be zealous therefore, and repent.
20Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him, and will dine with him, and he with me.
21He who overcomes, I will give to him to sit down with me on my throne, as I also overcame, and sat down with my Father on his throne.
22He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the assemblies."
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We read this passage as a profound interplay of Law and Gospel. The words to the church in Laodicea expose the deep-seated sin of spiritual complacency (Law) — their lukewarm faith is neither hot nor cold, rendering them ineffective and distasteful. This is the Law doing its terrifying work, reveali
We read this passage as a direct message from the risen Christ to the church of Laodicea, emphasizing the spiritual lukewarmness that displeases Him. The imagery of lukewarm water is a powerful indictment of half-hearted faith, calling believers to wholehearted devotion. We see Christ's call for rep
We read Revelation 3:14-22 as a profound call to spiritual renewal and fidelity to Christ within the Church, especially in the context of the Eucharist and the sacramental life. The message to the Church in Laodicea warns against spiritual lukewarmness, urging a vibrant faith that is neither indiffe
We read Revelation 3:14-22 as a solemn warning to the church in Laodicea, which reflects a broader warning to all churches throughout redemptive history. Christ, the true and faithful witness, exposes their lukewarm state, urging them to seek true riches in Him. This passage underscores the necessit
We read this passage as a call to awaken from spiritual complacency and engage in transformative action. Jesus' message to the church in Laodicea resonates with our own experience of needing to move from lukewarm acceptance of injustice to fervent advocacy for God's kingdom of justice and righteousn