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Jesus Delivers Us from the Wrath to Come: 1 Thessalonians 1:7–10, Part 4
No suffering is like eternal suffering under the righteous wrath of Christ. Flee to him for refuge from that coming disaster.
4 years, 1 month ago
Christian Life as Waiting and Serving: 1 Thessalonians 1:7–10, Part 3
Jesus does not leave us to wait in passivity and inactivity. As he leaves, he says, “Engage in my business until I come.”
4 years, 1 month ago
Dead Idols Don’t Give Living Joy: 1 Thessalonians 1:7–10, Part 2
False gods clamor for our embrace and affection, but only our God can deliver what he promises: life and joy everlasting.
4 years, 1 month ago
Don’t Underestimate the Power of Human Example: 1 Thessalonians 1:7–10, Part 1
Each of us has an opportunity to become an example for someone in a way that strengthens them to live for Christ.
4 years, 1 month ago
What Kind of Conduct Validates the Gospel? 1 Thessalonians 1:2–7, Part 5
Can preachers today say to their people, “You know what kind of men we proved to be among you for your sake”?
4 years, 1 month ago
Joy in Affliction Validates Election: 1 Thessalonians 1:2–7, Part 4
A great way to know that you are a genuine Christian: you receive the word of God with joy, even when afflictions and setbacks come.
4 years, 1 month ago
Invincible Joy Confirms Our Election: 1 Thessalonians 1:2–7, Part 3
Joy in Christ that withers when tribulation comes had no real root to begin with. Real joy perseveres even through real trials.
4 years, 1 month ago
Do Not Diminish God’s Love for You: 1 Thessalonians 1:2–7, Part 2
Can we diminish God’s love for us? If so, it’s critical to know how we do.
4 years, 1 month ago
Hope Will Put You to Work: 1 Thessalonians 1:2–7, Part 1
The apostle Paul often gives thanks to God for what other Christians do. Why does he do that?
4 years, 1 month ago
What Does It Mean to Be in God? 1 Thessalonians 1:1, Part 2
What does it mean to be in God or in Christ? It means at least three great things.
4 years, 2 months ago