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  1. Hope in the Lord: Navigating Sin and Assurance - Glorious Hope | Studies in Revelation

    4D AGO · BONUS

    Hope in the Lord: Navigating Sin and Assurance - Glorious Hope | Studies in Revelation

    The book of Revelation is the pulling back of the curtain so that we can see what the future of God's people will be. This revelation is our glorious hope as we look to Jesus in these days of tribulation and know for sure he is coming back to take us home. The next two churches, before we come to the final church of Laodicea, are Sardis and Philadelphia. These two churches appear to be different, but share a common need to look to Jesus. Sardis was a church influenced by the arrogance of its city. Sardis believed itself to be secure because of its fortress strategically placed on high cliffs. The church had led itself to be secure, yet the charge against them is that they appear to be alive but they are really dead. They receive no commendation and simply rebuked for their decay in sin. But there is hope for them if they only turn and look to Jesus. Philadelphia is a different story. The receive only commendation and no rebuke. They are a church in a city heavily influenced by the cult of the emperor, yet they have not given in. But it is not just the pagan world that is putting pressure on the church, it is the local Jewish synagogue as well. This church assures believers that they are truly Lord's and his salvation is not for ethnic Jews who reject Jesus. The church, the new Israel, is made up of Jew and Gentile who believe in Jesus. But this church too needs to look to Jesus and to place hope in him so that they will be kept to the end. The Protestant Reformers called this the Preservation of the Saints, a promise that is still with us today. The letters to these two church force us to place our hope firmly in Jesus as our Saviour and as our keeper in the midst of a fallen and sin-filled world. He will lead home so that we will worship God for all eternity. Glorious Hope is a podcast teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. You can find out more at www.annalongpc.org/sermons. Get your copy of the ESV Scripture Journal (Revelation) wherever you get your Christian books to help your own study in this series. A video of this podcast is available at https://youtu.be/-5jyIRH4wrc.

    26 min
  2. The Identity of the Risen Jesus: Knowing Him for Who He Truly Is - Glorious Hope | Studies in Revelation

    OCT 26 · BONUS

    The Identity of the Risen Jesus: Knowing Him for Who He Truly Is - Glorious Hope | Studies in Revelation

    The book of revelation is the pulling back of the curtain so that we can see what the future of God's people will be. This revelation is our glorious hope as we look to Jesus in these days of tribulation and know for sure he is coming back to take us home. In chapter 2 we are introduced to the seven churches spoken of in chapter 1. In this episode we look at the next two churches: Pergamum and Thyatira. The Christians in these two cities faced the pressure to conform to the society around them and the worship of false gods. This worship included eating food offered to idols and sexual immorality. John presents to these churches the identity of Jesus as the judge of their sin if they do not repent. The image of Jesus given to us is one of a doubled-edged sword coming from his mouth, telling us that it will be his words of judgement that will condemn. He is also shown to us as the one with eyes like a flame of fire. Jesus is perfectly holy and his gaze cannot fall on sin. We are also given the description that his feet are burnished bronze, meaning he will cruse underfoot the sin that deserves punishment. The challenge for us is to be aware of the sin that is in our lives that so easily pulls us away from worship of God. This passage gives us hope that if we repent we will be forgiven by the only one who took the punishment our sins deserved: Jesus. We are to know his true identity and run to him for our salvation. Glorious Hope is a podcast teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. You can find out more at www.annalongpc.org/sermons. Get your copy of the ESV Scripture Journal (Revelation) wherever you get your Christian books to help your own study in this series. A video of this podcast is available at https://youtu.be/nv0tpRMkKZw.

    34 min
  3. Faithfulness to the End: Lessons from Ephesus and Smyrna - Glorious Hope | Studies in Revelation

    OCT 12 · BONUS

    Faithfulness to the End: Lessons from Ephesus and Smyrna - Glorious Hope | Studies in Revelation

    The book of revelation is the pulling back of the curtain so that we can see what the future of God's people will be. This revelation is our glorious hope as we look to Jesus in these days of tribulation and know for sure he is coming back to take us home. In chapter 2 we are introduced to the seven churches spoken of in chapter 1. Beginning with Ephesus and Smyrna we see examples of the enduring call to faithfulness in Christ. The church in Ephesus was commended for its orthodoxy of the truth of the gospel, but was challenged by its coldness as it turned away from its first love. If it didn't return to Christ then he would come and take the lampstand away, leaving it without any hope or proclamation of the gospel. In Smyrna, only one of two churches not to be rebuked, the news was hard for them as Jesus tells them they would continue in their tribulation. This would be for a period of time known to God and this was of great comfort. To endure the tribulation would mean that they would receive the crown of life in eternity. The message to these two churches is one of staying faithful to the end. To do so means an eternity of great joy and security, where the fruit of the tree of life would be theirs and the freedom in Christ to escape the second death-the punishment received by those who reject Jesus. Glorious Hope is a podcast teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. You can find out more at www.annalongpc.org/sermons. Get your copy of the ESV Scripture Journal (Revelation) wherever you get your Christian books to help your own study in this series. A video of this podcast is available at https://youtu.be/TifLOSZSDvA.

    29 min
  4. The Reality of Jesus: An Unveiling of Our Glorious Hope - Glorious Hope | Studies in Revelation

    SEP 28 · BONUS

    The Reality of Jesus: An Unveiling of Our Glorious Hope - Glorious Hope | Studies in Revelation

    The book of revelation is the pulling back of the curtain so that we can see what the future of God's people will be. This revelation is our glorious hope as we look to Jesus in these days of tribulation and know for sure he is coming back to take us home. John introduces this book as a prophecy that is to be read aloud. Prophecy is not just future telling, but tells us what our current state is. When you survey the prophecies of the Old Testament you gain an understanding that the prophets spoke more about the people's relationship with God and then warned them of what would happen if they did not repent. So the prophetic message of Revelation 1 v 9-20 is one that tells us the current reality of Jesus and where he is most happy to be. The image is given of Jesus amongst the lampstands, confirmed as the seven churches in Asia Minor. Jesus is in the midst of the midst of the churches and is not abstract from them. John goes on to see the reality of Jesus and who he is to his people. John knew Jesus well and what he sees is the glorified Christ who has authority and command of all things. But he is also the Christ who puts his right hand on John and says "Fear not". Our Saviour is gracious and loving and wants us to trust in him so that we will know him as our glorious hope. Glorious Hope is a podcast teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. You can find out more at www.annalongpc.org/sermons. Get your copy of the ESV Scripture Journal (Revelation) wherever you get your Christian books to help your own study in this series. A video of this podcast can be viewed at https://youtu.be/GAJc1t9vv0A.

    32 min
  5. Understanding Revelation: A Journey Towards Glorious Hope - Glorious Hope | Studies in Revelation

    SEP 21 · BONUS

    Understanding Revelation: A Journey Towards Glorious Hope - Glorious Hope | Studies in Revelation

    On Sunday 21 September 2025 we began our new teaching series in the book of revelation. This introductory sermon introduced, through he first 8 verses of the book, how Revelation serves as a profound source of hope for God's people, and it is imperative that we approach it with the understanding that it is not intended to create division among Christians or to cause confusion. Rather, the text presents a vivid portrayal of Christ's triumphant return, which will be a day of great celebration for those who have embraced Him, contrasting sharply with the sorrow and torment that awaits those who have chosen to reject His grace. As we embark on this study through Revelation, we shall explore its rich theological significance, recognising its message as one of encouragement and assurance amid the trials faced by believers. The overarching theme of this series, aptly titled "Glorious Hope," underscores the essential truth that Christ's return is certain and that it heralds a victorious outcome for His followers. We invite you to engage deeply with this book, fostering a greater understanding of its implications for our lives and our faith. Glorious Hope is a podcast teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. You can find out more at www.annalongpc.org/sermons. Get your copy of the ESV Scripture Journal (Revelation) wherever you get your Christian books to help your own study in this series. A video of this podcast can be viewed at https://youtu.be/bQ6JwpaySck.

    28 min
  6. Patrick, The Apostle of Ulster

    03/14/2024

    Patrick, The Apostle of Ulster

    Part 6 of our teaching on church history. This week we look at Patrick, the Apostle of Ulster. The Life of the Church - Learning our Church History is a teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. For videos and handouts visit www.annalongpc.org/midweek.

    44 min
  7. Emperor Constantine

    03/07/2024

    Emperor Constantine

    Part 5 of our teaching on church history. This week we look at Emperor Constantine. The Life of the Church - Learning our Church History is a teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. For videos and handouts visit www.annalongpc.org/midweek.

    33 min
  8. Caesarea by the sea

    02/29/2024

    Caesarea by the sea

    Throughout the history of God's people place has been important. The gospel is grounded in history and as such it not only works in the lives of people, but uses places to bring about the circumstances for gospel growth. One such place is Caesarea Maritima. It is from this Roman port city that Pontius Pilate ruled Judea. It was to this city that Paul fled in safety before heading on to Tarsus. And it was in this city that the Roman ruler Diocletian persecuted the church and the library of Christian teaching it was building. Place continues to matter to us. The gospel works in where we find ourselves today, as well as providing opportunity for gospel growth in the future. Learning from Caesarea Maritima demonstrates God's continued gospel initiative in brining people to himself through time and place. The Life of the Church - Learning our Church History is a teaching series from Annalong Presbyterian Church. For videos and handouts visit www.annalongpc.org/midweek. The podcast was recorded using Ecamm Live. Start your free trial at https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/?fp_ref=david97.

    24 min
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