Would Jesus spit you out — or sit with you? In this fiery episode, Rohan Bell and Jeanie Shorts unpack the tough love in Jesus’ message to the lukewarm church at Laodicea. But was He really just mad at their lack of passion? Or is there something deeper going on in this culturally loaded critique? Discover the invitation hidden in the rebuke — and what Jesus meant when He said, “Here I am, I stand at the door and knock.”

👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...

🌡️ What “lukewarm” really meant in Laodicea’s water system

💸 How wealth blinded this church to its true condition

🚪 Why Jesus is outside the church — and knocking to get in

👁️ What spiritual sight has to do with shame and self-awareness

🔥 How Jesus' discipline is actually a sign of His love

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Why Laodicea’s wealth was its downfall

03:30 – The ancient water system and the true meaning of “lukewarm”

08:00 – “You think you’re rich, but you’re poor, blind and naked”

14:00 – Jesus standing at the door — is this for the church or the unbeliever?

20:00 – An invitation to return, not a threat of rejection

23:30 – Being zealous, repenting, and welcoming Jesus in

🙋‍♂️ Reflection and Application

Is it possible you've mistaken comfort for closeness with Jesus? What might change if you opened the door again today?

💬 Share your thoughts below or in the comments — we’d love to hear from you!

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