The Church of Laodicea: The Deception of Materialism

James Rochford

Revelation 3:14-22

Because the church in Laodicea was wealthy, they were deceived into thinking they had no needs, but Jesus rebukes them for putting their trust in materialism instead of Him.  

Why This Waste?

James Rochford

John 12:1-8

Mary anointing Jesus with the expensive perfume was viewed by the disciples as a waste, but Jesus viewed it as a beautiful thing.  She dedicated everything she had to Jesus and He promised her generous deed would be remembered and discussed wherever the Gospel is preached.