1 Thessalonians 2 The Gospel Received

How The Gospel Came (2:1-12) With boldness stemming from God’s faithful provision & deliverance in the past (Philippi) With upright character resulting from a desire to please God rather than people With care & concern for others reflective of their value in Christ With sacrificial, exemplary living designed to demonstrate the way God calls us to walk (work ethic, behavior, resources, etc.)

How They Received It (2:13-20)

How They Received It (2:13-20) With an understanding of its authoritative nature

How They Received It (2:13-20) With an understanding of its authoritative nature With a willingness to allow it to work in their lives as they suffered for their newfound faith

How They Received It (2:13-20) With an understanding of its authoritative nature With a willingness to allow it to work in their lives as they suffered for their newfound faith Paul’s perspective:

How They Received It (2:13-20) With an understanding of its authoritative nature With a willingness to allow it to work in their lives as they suffered for their newfound faith Paul’s perspective: On their suffering

How They Received It (2:13-20) With an understanding of its authoritative nature With a willingness to allow it to work in their lives as they suffered for their newfound faith Paul’s perspective: On their suffering On his absence

How They Received It (2:13-20) With an understanding of its authoritative nature With a willingness to allow it to work in their lives as they suffered for their newfound faith Paul’s perspective: On their suffering On his absence On his plans

How They Received It (2:13-20) With an understanding of its authoritative nature With a willingness to allow it to work in their lives as they suffered for their newfound faith Paul’s perspective: On their suffering On his absence On his plans On what he valued

Powerful Kingdom Relationships(3:1-10)

Powerful Kingdom Relationships(3:1-10) Paul’s relationships with other Christians often took priority over personal comforts.

Powerful Kingdom Relationships(3:1-10) Paul’s relationships with other Christians often took priority over personal comforts. His confidence in these relationships allowed him to equip & encourage others to do what he couldn’t, knowing he was part of a kingdom much bigger than himself.

Powerful Kingdom Relationships(3:1-10) Paul’s relationships with other Christians often took priority over personal comforts. His confidence in these relationships allowed him to equip & encourage others to do what he couldn’t, knowing he was part of a kingdom much bigger than himself. In opening his life to the Thessalonians, Paul helped prepare them for their own hardships.

Powerful Kingdom Relationships(3:1-10) Paul’s relationships with other Christians often took priority over personal comforts. His confidence in these relationships allowed him to equip & encourage others to do what he couldn’t, knowing he was part of a kingdom much bigger than himself. In opening his life to the Thessalonians, Paul helped prepare them for their own hardships. His well-being was tied up in theirs – life was about more than physical existence; it was about the success of God’s word & kingdom.