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1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 Fatherhood

1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children, 12 encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. In some communities in this country, there are very few fathers who are presentContinue reading “1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 Fatherhood”

Surprise! – 1 Thessalonians 5:4

1 Thessalonians 5:4 But you, brothers and sisters, are not in darkness so that this day should surprise you like a thief. I am a light sleeper. I wake at almost any noise. I also fall asleep very slowly and wake up frequently. I am told, by my Mother, that it is inherited. I wishContinue reading “Surprise! – 1 Thessalonians 5:4”

Instructions – 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2

1 Thessalonians 4:1-2 As for other matters, brothers and sisters, we instructed you how to live in order to please God, as in fact you are living. Now we ask you and urge you in the Lord Jesus to do this more and more. 2 For you know what instructions we gave you by the authorityContinue reading “Instructions – 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2”

Burden Lifted – 1 Thessalonians 3:8

1 Thessalonians 3:8 For now we really live, since you are standing firm in the Lord. In recent days my heart and my mind have been burdened by the plight of the women and children in Afghanistan. For twenty years they have been allowed to be educated, protected and seemed to flourish under the protectionsContinue reading “Burden Lifted – 1 Thessalonians 3:8”

Motives – 1 Thessalonians 2:5

1 Thessalonians 2:5 You know we never used flattery, nor did we put on a mask to cover up greed—God is our witness. People’s motives can be very hard to discern in so many areas of life. Why are they doing this? What is the reason for their actions? This isn’t like them; what madeContinue reading “Motives – 1 Thessalonians 2:5”

On Them, On You

1 Thessalonians 5:2-4 2 for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. 3 While people are saying, “Peace and safety,” destruction will come on them suddenly, as labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape. 4 But you, brothers and sisters, are not inContinue reading “On Them, On You”

Hard Work

1 Thessalonians 1:3 We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. What I find hard to believe is that there are those who want to reward irresponsible behaviors. Instead of rewarding those who work hard,Continue reading “Hard Work”