Ephesus: When Love Grows Cold (Revelation 2:1–7) John MacArthur

Summary

The sermon explores the letter to the church in Ephesus from Revelation, focusing on the critical theme of losing one's first love for Jesus Christ. Through multiple scripture references, the pastor emphasizes that loving Christ is fundamental to salvation and spiritual identity, highlighting that Christians can experience a fluctuation in the intensity of their love for God. The practical takeaway is a call to remember, repent, and return to the initial passion and devotion experienced when first coming to faith, warning that a diminishing love can lead to spiritual consequences.