The Church of Philadelphia

Faithful When Others Fall Away

This message explains the historical and spiritual background of the church in Philadelphia from Revelation 3. It highlights how the city’s earthquakes, commerce, pagan worship, and Jewish opposition created pressure for Christians, yet the church remained faithful despite having “little strength.” The speaker emphasizes that Christ praises the Philadelphians for keeping His word, not denying His name, and enduring patiently. It encourages believers today to follow Philadelphia’s example by remaining steadfast, faithful, and committed to serving God even under pressure.

Luis was baptized by Bob Bertuzzi in 1971 in Akron, Ohio. He attends the UCG Hartford, CT, congregation, where he frequently gives sermons and sermonettes. Luis is married to Nahir Marrero and has four children. He is also CEO of The Boston Institute for Meaningful Purpose (www.bostonimp.com) and has published two books on Meaningful Purpose Psychology. He is currently writing his third book. Luis is a speaker and prolific writer, and trains professionals and the public to help them discover life's answers. 

Luis was baptized in 1971 in Akron, Ohio. He is a logoteleologist, author and the Founding Partner of the Boston Institute for Meaningful Purpose, and married to his wife of 43 years, Nahir.