Jesus gave John messages for seven churches. One church was in the city of Ephesus.
Jesus said, “You work hard and don't give up. Good job!”
But then Jesus said, “You've forgotten how much you loved me at first. Come back to that first love!” Jesus wants us to love Him with our whole hearts.
Key Verse
But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first.Revelation 2:4, ESV
Talk About It
What helps you remember how much you love Jesus?
Story Questions
What did Jesus praise the church for?
Working hard and not giving up
What had they forgotten?
Their first love for Jesus
What did Jesus promise those who overcome?
To eat from the tree of life
Try This Today
Write a love letter to Jesus telling Him why you love Him.
Pray Together
Jesus, I don't want to lose my first love. Help me love you with my whole heart. Amen.