Main Idea: Even in the midst of suffering and hardship, the church of Christ can look to the risen Savior and receive encouragement to both persevere and worship. I. The Plan of Christ Involves Suffering and Service (1:9–11). A. We suffer for His kingdom (1:9). B. We serve His church (1:10–11). II. The Person of Christ Should Awe and Inspire (1:12–16). A. Sense His presence (1:12). B. Marvel at His portrait (1:13–16). III. The Power of
Revelation 1:9–20