Jesus confronted the church in Sardis with a shocking truth: they had a reputation for being alive, but were spiritually dead. Despite appearing successful and vibrant to others, they were merely going through the motions. Jesus calls us to wake up from spiritual complacency and stop living for human approval rather than God's approval. He provides a clear path to spiritual awakening: remember God's faithfulness, receive His gifts, listen to His voice, hold fast to His promises, and repent. A truly alive church doesn't just maintain a good reputation—it actively reaches out, shares Jesus, and transforms lives.