Scripture Union Daily Guide 9th August 2026 – You are neither cold nor hot

Daily Guide Devotional For Today 9 August 2026 (Sunday)

Welcome to Scripture Union Daily Guide Devotional today. As you read, study and meditate, may the Lord Almighty reveal His essence to you in Jesus’ Name, Amen!

Scripture Union Daily Guide 9th August 2026 Today’s Devotional

Topic: You are neither cold nor hot

Bible Text
Revelation 3:14-22

Questions for meditation
►Q2: Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
►Q5: Is there any warning for me to heed?

Scripture Union Daily Guide 9th August 2026 Outline

Nothing bad was said about the church in Philadelphia and nothing good was said about the church in Laodicea. Jesus continues to reveal different aspects of Himself. Note here His kingship (Revelation 3:14b) and relate it to the throne mentioned in Revelation 3:21. Many think there is wisdom in lukewarmness but God completely dislikes it (Revelation 3:15-16).

It may also refer to seeking to sit on the fence; or looking for a neutral ground which really does not exist. It is always difficult to help someone who does not know that he needs help (Revelation 3:17). The Lord exposed their spiritual state to them in three main areas: – their poverty, blindness, nakedness. For each of these areas, there is a solution from God (see Revelation 3:18).

Incidentally, Laodicea was the wealthiest city in Phrygia; had textile industry and medical school. Nevertheless, the things that really matter are those of eternal value. Only God can supply real spiritual treasures (gold), righteousness (white garment), and spiritual healing for their eyes. God’s discipline is out of love, and for correction (Revelation 3:19). It may be difficult for someone to hear Christ knocking on the door of one’s heart if the person is living a life of self-satisfaction, luxury and complacency.

Offer a prayer
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Closing Prayer
Pray for those you know who have not opened their hearts to Jesus Christ.

Bible Reading Plan
Jeremiah 7-9