Duties Toward God Having given several duties for leaders and the brethren to do toward each other and with regard to the church, Paul now gives several commands to be fulfilled by the saints at Thessalonica toward God. “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is Read more…
At What Point Was Saul of Tarsus Saved? Knowing when one has been saved from their sins is very important for their peace of mind and confidence in the promises of God. Some believe they are saved by being born into a believing family and having water sprinkled upon them Read more…
Maintaining Sexual Purity – Part Two 1 Thessalonians 4:4-8 ▸ Sexual Sins Defile the Body The end result of avoiding sexual immorality is “that each of you should know how to possess his own vessel in sanctification and honor” (4:4). This applies to all Christians: “each of you”. No one Read more…
Maintaining Sexual Purity – Part One 1 Thessalonians 4:4-8 Like almost every preacher, when Paul says “finally then, brethren” (1:1a), he doesn’t really mean “in conclusion.” The word indicates the division of Paul’s epistle. He is now entering the half of the letter dealing with practical application. He told the Read more…