Theme from 1&2 Thessalonians Spread the gospel – 1 Thessalonians 1:8 Endure persecution – 1 Thessalonians 2:14 Stand firm – 2 Thessalonians 2:15 Live holy lives – 1 Thessalonians 4:3 Eagerly wait for the Lord’s return – 1 Thessalonians 1:10
The Beatitudes
Text: Matthew 5:3-12 Blessed are the poor in spirit (v. 3) – humility Blessed are those who mourn (v. 4) – sorrow for sin Blessed are the meek (v. 5) – patient endurance Blessed are those who hunger & thirst for righteousness (v. 6) – right by God’s standard Blessed are the merciful (v. 7) […]
Fighting for the Lord
Text: 2 Corinthians 10:4 Prepare to Endure Hardship – 2 Timothy 2:3 Put On the Armor of God – Ephesians 6:10-17 Prepare to Do Battle – Philippians 1:16-17; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
Redefining Christianity
Some are trying to change the religion of Christ so it fits with their desires and the trends of society. What is being rejected? Personal discipline Any appearance of tradition Absolute standard of truth What is being accepted? Spiritual diversity Interpersonal connections over spiritual education Different forms of art & instruction in religious events Different […]
A Stable Faith
Text: Colossians 2:5-23 Walk in Christ Do Not Follow the Ideas of Men Do Not Follow the Commands of Men
Be Ready
Ready for every good deed – Titus 3:1 Ready to share – 1 Timothy 6:18 Ready to give an answer – 1 Peter 3:15 Ready to meet the Lord – Luke 12:40
The Body of Sin
Text: Isaiah 59:1-2 The body controlled by sin – Isaiah 59:3-8 Put off the body of sin – Romans 6:6 The body controlled by righteousness – Romans 6:17-18








