Pastor Sinon reflects on the importance of maintaining a passionate love for God, using the example of the Ephesian church in Revelation 2:1-7. Despite outward faithfulness, the church had abandoned its first love. The speaker emphasizes that true love for God is demonstrated through brotherly love and intimacy within the church community. He warns against busyness and transactional service, urging for authenticity and vulnerability. The message calls for repentance and a return to the initial fervor in faith, highlighting the need for genuine love and community to reflect Christ's love effectively.

Action Items
* Examine one's own heart and relationship with God, and repent if one has drifted away from the first love.
* Cultivate a culture of authenticity, vulnerability, and mutual love within the church community.
* Ensure that the church's activities and ministries are driven by a genuine love for God and one another, rather than just being "good things" done out of duty.

Outline

Ephesus Church and the Concept of First Love
* Pastor Sinon shares a story from the Philippines about a young wife who confessed she no longer loved her husband, surprising a Christian teacher.
* He explains the concept of "first love" in the context of a church, emphasizing the importance of passion and love for God.
* He call us to reflects on the church's 37th anniversary and the need to revisit the essential truth of love and passion for God.
* Ps Sinon introduces the church in Ephesus, a thriving church in a pagan culture, and the message from Jesus to the Ephesian church about abandoning their first love.

The Role of Pastors and the Vision of Revelation
* Pastor Sinon discusses the role of pastors as under-shepherds, emphasizing that they are under Jesus' authority.
* He explains the metaphor of Jesus walking among the churches, symbolizing His presence and care.
* He highlights the importance of the pastors being held by Jesus, providing comfort and assurance.
* He describes the vision of John in Revelation, where Jesus is depicted as a compassionate groom wooing His bride, the church.

The Message to the Seven Churches
* Pastor Sinon explains that the seven churches received unique messages from Jesus, each with its own distinct challenges.
* He emphasizes that the church in Ephesus was not perfect and that all churches, including GLCC, are imperfect.
* He encourages the congregation to prepare for the coming of the Lord, using the example of the Ephesian church.
* Ps Sinon discusses the importance of overcoming and becoming conquerors, with the promise of eternal fellowship with God.

The Drift Away from First Love
* Pastor Sinon explains how the church in Ephesus lost their first love, emphasizing that it was a gradual process.
* He discusses the importance of brotherly love and how neglecting it can lead to a drift away from God.
* He shares a personal story from the Philippines to illustrate the longing for fellowship and the importance of nurturing relationships.
* Ps Sinon warns against the busyness of life and how it can lead to neglecting intimacy with God and each other.

The Impact of Adversaries and the Need for Authenticity
* Pastor Sinon discusses the impact of adversaries on the church in Ephesus and how it led to a focus on good works rather than nurturing love.
* He emphasizes the importance of being authentic and real in relationships within the church.
* He shares a story about a pastor and a boy to illustrate the need for vulnerability and transparency in leadership.
* Pastor Sinon highlights the importance of loving one another and how it is the mark of a true church and disciple.

The Importance of Love and Repentance
* Pastor Sinon emphasizes that love is the foundation of all spiritual gifts and that without love, they are meaningless.
* He discusses the new commandment of love given by Jesus, emphasizing that it comes from a heart regenerated by the Spirit.
* He warns against a transactional approach to ministry and the importance of building authentic relationships.
* He shares a personal story about a wake-up call from his wife and the importance of nurturing love within the family.

The Call to Repentance and Restoration
* Pastor Sinon calls the congregation to remember where they have fallen and to repent and do the works they did at first.
* He warns that if the church does not repent, Jesus will remove their lampstand from its place.
* He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in the church community.
* He encourages the congregation to partake in the communion service with a new meaning and to renew their love and passion for the Lord.

The Role of the Holy Spirit in Nurturing Love
* Pastor Sinon discusses the role of the Holy Spirit in nurturing love within the church and the importance of allowing Him to work in their hearts.
* He encourages the congregation to search their hearts and to be open to the Holy Spirit's guidance.
* He emphasizes that the church's success should be measured by their love for the Lord and each other, not by outward appearances.
* Pastor Sinon concludes with a prayer, asking for the Holy Spirit to refresh their love and passion for the Lord.