Today we are moving on to Paul's first letter to the church in Thessalonia. This letter was written around 51 AD. Like Galatians, this letter was written to encourage the church and to address some question and issues within the church.
Paul has some nice things to say about this church - they took hold of the gospel, not just in word, but in Spirit. That's to say, they didn't just here it, they allowed the Holy Spirit to transform their lives. In doing so, they became an example to others in their areas.
This church wasn't satisfied to stay in their region either. They took the message to others probably through missionaries.
This opening chapter provides a glimpse of a church with a good reputation that was doing things and going places. There was growth and strength in this church. Not because they focused on bigger & better, but because they really caught hold of their relationship with God. They read the Word and they did what it said. This is an awesome challenge for the church today & an awesome challenge for you. Will you put the Word of God into action today?
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