1 Thessalonians 5:11-25; 1 John 4:7-11 One anther-ing deals with the intentional creation of unity through everything we think, say, and do.
1 Thessalonians 5:14-15 We are called to be Christ’s representatives to a lost and dying world. How do we interact with one another? What should our conduct be towards other…
Today, we look at the last verses in which Paul highlights how God is at work among us to accomplish the goals for the church (vv. 23–28). As a church,…
Paul concludes this letter by outlining his goals for the church and how the church can accomplish its goals. This is where the church is, this is how God is…
On the one hand, it is good to be reminded that God is at work in his church, especially during this season when things are so different and it may…
Paul responds to a question the Thessalonians posed: when will this return of the Lord take place? This was not motivated by eschatological speculation, but possibly by persecution—when you’re suffering…
Today, we look at one last strategy that Paul gives us for sanctification, and interestingly, it’s the same strategy that he will use to introduce the next section of loving…
Today, we pose once again the question, Is it possible to please God? Knowing that our good works in Christ do please God, this passage shows us that Christians please…
On what basis are we able to please God? What role do our works play in pleasing God? How do we please God without becoming proud? How can we delight…
In today’s passage, we learn how Paul has been able to enjoy some fellowship with the church, albeit in a limited way. Through Timothy’s visit to Thessalonica and return to…