By his words and example, Paul encouraged the Thessalonians to live in such a way that would be worthy of God. Is there anything about your daily life that would embarrass God? What do people think of God from watching you? We pleaded with you, encouraged you, and urged you to live your...
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Power with a Purpose
The gospel came “with power”; it had a powerful effect on the Thessalonians. Whenever the Bible is heard and obeyed, lives are changed! Christianity is more than a collection of interesting facts; it is the power of God to every one who believes. What has God’s power done in your life since you first believed?...
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Responsible to Christ Alone
So don’t let anyone condemn you for what you eat or drink, or for not celebrating certain holy days or new moon ceremonies or Sabbaths.17 For these rules are only shadows of the reality yet to come. And Christ himself is that reality. – Colossians 2:16-17 Paul told the Colossian Christians not to let others criticize...