It is apparent that the Laodiceans were materially wealthy (v.17). What other kinds of "wealth" might they have assumed they had accumulated?
Jesus said "Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it." (Matthew 7:13-14).
I think this is clearly the case with the Laodiceans. They were rich in material goods, and thought that they were rich in spirit as well. The assumption is often that we are one of the saved, but nobody truly knows that they are saved. Accumulation of material wealth is a risk at getting in the way of life with Jesus.
Hello, I wish to use this Blog to discuss Christian bible studies. I hope people will respect my views, but accept and look forward to healthy (respectful) debate. As you read this you will find links to bible study pages. The first study I'm doing is "The Beatitudes", which is the "Sermon on the Mount" - Jesus' most famous sermon. Enjoy. Additionally, remember that the questions are in reverse order, as the Blog posts in reverse date order.
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