Jesus describes the church in Laodicea as lukewarm, neither hot nor cold. The church thinks it is rich and in need of nothing, but Jesus says they are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked. He counsels them to buy from him gold refined by fire, white garments to cover their shame, and salve to anoint their eyes so they can see. If the church repents and turns back to Jesus, he will grant them the right to sit with him on his throne.

1. THE LUKEWARM CHURCH
Revelation 3:14-22
Opening Question
What do you consider to be the “perfect” temperature outside and why?
Read Verse 14-17
How does Jesus describe Himself in verse 14? What is He trying to communicate by using these
words?
What is the problem with the church in Laodicea according to Jesus? What does Jesus wish the
church was like? Why?
What does Jesus say he is going to do with the church? Why is He going to do this?
What does Jesus want us to learn from these verses for ourselves today?
Read Verses 18-22
What three things does Jesus advise the church to buy and why in verse 18? Explain what each
thing represents. How can we “buy” these things from Jesus?
What should we learn from verse 19? Put verse 20 into your own words. What do Jesus’ words
reveal about Him?
What will Jesus grant to those who overcome? Explain. How did He overcome and how do we?
Do you have any other observations or thoughts about these verses?
Conclusion
What stands out to you the most in this letter that you sense God wants you to apply to your own
life?