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Lukewarm Day 76
"To the angel of the church in Laodicea write: These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God's creation. I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other. So, because you are lukewarm, neither hot nor cold, I am about to spit you out of my mouth." (Revelation 3.14-16)
"Laodicea" (remains of ancient site shown on right) has the grim distinction of being the only Church of which the Risen Christ has nothing good to say. It was founded about 250 B.C. by Antiochus of Syria and was named after his wife Laodice.
Laodicea is Reprimanded
The letter to "Laodicea" reprimands the community for being "lukewarm," but no particular faults are singled out. Their material prosperity is contrasted with their spiritual poverty. The violet tunics that were the source of their wealth are compared to the white robe of baptism. Are you "lukewarm" in your faith?
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