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Summary of 1 Thessalonians 1–2

Summary of 1 Thessalonians 1–2 Overall Themes                   1 Thessalonians 1 — A Model Church Shaped by the Gospel 1. Greeting and Thanksgiving (1:1–3) Paul, Silas, and Timothy greet the church and give thanks for: Teaching emphasis:Faith works, love labors, and … Continue reading

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how to wait for Jesus

how to wait for Jesus 1 Thessalonians 1:8-10 (JDV) 1 Thessalonians 1:8 You see, the word of the Lord rang out from you, not only in Macedonia and Achaia, but in every place that your faith in God has gone … Continue reading

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gospel accessories

gospel accessories 1 Thessalonians 1:5-7 (JDV) 1 Thessalonians 1:5 because our gospel did not come to you in word only, but also with power, with the Sacred Breath, and with full assurance. You know how we lived among you for … Continue reading

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distracted prayers

distracted prayers 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4 (JDV) 1 Thessalonians 1:1 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy: To the congregation of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Favor to you and peace. 1 Thessalonians 1:2 We are always thanking … Continue reading

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when Christ comes: faith , love, and hope

1 Thessalonians 1.  Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians is a celebration of what happens when the Lord Jesus Christ comes. When he first comes into the lives of people in a community… they become people of faith – repenting … Continue reading

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