I. The Identity of the Lord Jesus-His identity revealed in verse 12 clearly points in context to His authority as the judge.

II. The Knowledge of the Lord Jesus:
     A. I know your environment.
     B. I know your loyalty.
          1. Loyalty to My name.
               Lord Jesus not Lord Caesar.
          2. Loyalty to My faith.
               Commitment to central truths of the Christian faith.

III. The Admonition of the Lord Jesus
     A. The Doctrine of Balaam-the teaching toward compromise.
     B. The Doctrine of the Nicolaitans-what does the Bible give us?
          1. The meaning-the power over  the people.  
          2. The thoughts of the Lord-He hated the deeds of the Nicolaitans.  

IV. The Demand of the Lord Jesus
         Turn now not in due time!

V. The Promises of the Lord Jesus
       A. The Hidden Manna-the satisfaction that is Jesus! Knowing Him brings to us numerous blessings.

 B. The White Stone-in Roman culture was awarded to the victor in a contest. A white stone with the athletes name on it served as a ticket to a special banquet.   

   C. A New Name-something no one knows but Jesus and the recepient.  “This name given to the Christian symbolizes the personal heritage of the glories of heaven.”                         John Walvoord