#soap # Revelation 02 ## Title: Jesus Sees Us ## Scripture: (Revelation 2:1-2a) “To the angel of the church in Ephesus, write the following: “This is the solemn pronouncement of the one who has a firm grasp on the seven stars in his right hand—the one who walks among the seven golden lampstands: ‘I know your works as well as your labor and steadfast endurance, and that you cannot tolerate evil. You have even put to the test those who refer to themselves as apostles (but are not), and have discovered that they are false. (NET) ## Observation: When speaking to the seven churches, the one thing they all have in common is that Jesus sees them all. This is a great comfort to us today. There is nothing we go through, no slight we endure, no trouble we experience that Jesus does not see. He is working in ways we do not recognize. He speaks to each of those churches and not only sees them, but gives details reminding them that He knows the details. Remember this the next time you feel as though you are all alone. You’re not. God is right there with you and is moving in ways you do not see, but He is slowly leading you to freedom. To each of the churches, their message is to come close or stay close to Him. That’s the medicine for us during difficult times, too. ## Application: Is there an area of your life where you need to take a step closer to Jesus? ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for always calling us closer to Yourself.