Revelation 3:8: I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name.
Jesus and His Word
“I know thy works.” The Lord Jesus is looking for fruit; He is looking for works in the lives of believers. “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them” (Eph. 2:8–10). My friend, there is something wrong with your faith if it doesn’t produce works. Good, old, practical, camel–kneed James was a great man of prayer who said, “… show me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works” (James 2:18). “Works” are not works of law but works of faith. “Faith alone saves, but faith that saves is not alone.” Saving faith produces works. 1
Jesus and His Ways
- Jesus, please be my strength. I am very weak. I need You very much. – “Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in needs, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ’s sake. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:10
- Jesus, please give me the faith I need, for all that is before me. I am powerless without You. – I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13
- Jesus, please lead me in victory. I am only strong…in You alone. – “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.” Ephesians 6:10
Jesus and His Work
We are completely powerless without His empowering Spirit. – TWEET IT
Jesus and His Promise
“That He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man, that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love.” Ephesians 3:16–17
1. McGee, J. V. (1991). Thru the Bible Commentary: The Prophecy (Revelation 1-5) (electronic ed., Vol. 58, p. 103). Nashville: Thomas Nelson.