Malcolm Cox

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29 Summary: Use the words of Jesus to the church in Thyatira to help you assess 2022 and gain a vision for 2023 Review 2022     - Not about comparing ourselves with Thyatira. But about using Jesus' approach to help us.     - v18 - Note the letter begins with an inspiring picture of Jesus. His opinion about us is what matters, not the opinions of others, nor our own feelings.      - Some questions to ask ourselves personally and in our local groups:  1. What has gone well? v19         - They prioritise love          - They are growing         - “We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Thessalonians 1:3 NIV11)         - Their love is not intellectual, but practical - Galatians 5:6; Acts 10:38. 2. What needs improvement? What is being tolerated? What sins are apparent? v20-21         - Jezebel: 1 Kings 16:31, 2 Kings 9:22.  The adultery is likely metaphoric as in