Nancy continues her study in Revelation by exploring the letter to the church in Smyrna—one that experienced intense persecution and suffering. She reminds us that in times of trials, it’s not as important to know why as to know Who, and she challenges us to lift our eyes above our circumstances and look to Jesus for comfort and strength.
Episodes in this season
Purposeful Suffering
- Revive Our Hearts
- September 25, 2009
If there is no affliction in your life in some measure, then you have to wonder, “Are we really standing for the right thing?” View More →
Jesus Knows Your Suffering
- Revive Our Hearts
- August 18, 2017
Does it ever feel like no one understands what you’re going through? There is one person who knows exactly what you’re feeling. View More →
Spiritually Rich
- Revive Our Hearts
- August 21, 2017
If someone wanted to give you an incredibly huge gift, you wouldn’t ignore them. But someone does want to give you an incredibly huge gift. View More →
Purposeful Suffering
- Revive Our Hearts
- August 22, 2017
Suffering has a limit. God won’t allow more than is needed for your good and His glory. If you feel like you’re at that limit, get some encouragement. View More →
Meeting God in the Middle of Suffering
- Revive Our Hearts
- August 23, 2017
If you are suffering through some tough issue today, you might be ready to see God in a new way. View More →
Raising Strong Children
- Revive Our Hearts
- August 24, 2017
How can you prepare your children for suffering and persecution? View More →
Faith Produces Faithfulness
- Revive Our Hearts
- August 25, 2017
Do your neighbors know that you are ready to suffer for Christ? When they do, you are making a powerful statement. View More →
The Crown of Life
- Revive Our Hearts
- August 28, 2017
Is it possible to be a follower of Jesus and avoid suffering? Nancy says no. Find out why. View More →