Sermons on 1 Thessalonians 2:4:

What The Church Ought To Be Part 1

Contributed by John Johnson on Nov 9, 2008

We should not interested in finding the approval of men, but our spiritual life is determined by the approval of God.

From the time we are born until the time that we die, we want approval and attention. We often here little children say, “Watch me daddy,” “Look at me, mama.” Teenagers want more than anything else to be popular. They are careful to dress in an acceptable manner. They try to talk in an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A True Brother, An Honest Teacher Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 2, 2008

Ministering among the church with integrity and in sincerity.

1. The church in Thessalonica is new & strong. 2. The leadership is growing, their influence is spreading, and their love is expanding. a. I’m sure it was an exciting time for them. b. In a place where there was no church, now Jesus is turning their lives right side up. c. And with their new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Live Like Christ

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 8, 2007

We are called to share our lives, serve out of a pure heart and seek to bring out the best in others.

God called us to be obedient followers. The Apostle Paul was such a follower. He wrote to the Thessalonian believers, “You know how we lived among you for your sake. You became imitators of us and of the Lord”.[1] Paul lived like Christ. The Message translation goes like this: “In imitating us, you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

5 Ways To Frustrate Failure Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 30, 2007

Paul, here in his letter to the Thessalonian Church gives us five ways to frustrate failure, to keep ourselves from being overwhelmed by it, and to give us a gauge by which we can judge our own spiritual success – ie: our success before God!

5 WAYS TO FRUSTRATE FAILURE 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6a INTRODUCTION: Failure is something we all want to avoid. No one likes to be known as a failure. No one likes to be associated with a failed anything. We all tend to look at people who have failed with a little cynicism. What’s wrong with them? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Courage To Declare

Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 24, 2008

Let us stay engaged in the battle waging around us. Let us be filled with the courage to declare. Amen.

“The Courage to Declare,” I Thessalonians 2:1-8 Introduction A soldier in one of the regular batteries of the army of the Confederacy had displayed conspicuous bravery in a dozen engagements while serving with his gun as a cannoneer. At the battle of Chickamauga he was assigned the duty of a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

No Failure

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 18, 2008

In our text, it appears that Paul was a failure but only in the eyes of the world, not in the eyes of the Lord. 1- He was insulted but daring 2- He was accused but pure 3- He was displeasing but pleasing

INTRO.- ILL.- Pete walked up to his teacher’s desk, holding a report card with a big red F. "If I were you," said Pete, "I would change this while you still can." "Why is that?" asked the teacher. "Because my daddy told me that if I brought home one more failing report card, someone was going to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Delight Me! Series

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Dec 8, 2007

Second in a series in 1 Thessalonians about people doing the right thing.

Relay Games In Corinth In ancient Corinth there used to be staged Games, spectator events And these games became the Olympics we know today. Just like today, there were many events, but the most popular one, was the relay race. The competitors lined up side by side at the starting line, each ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-8

Denomination: Christian Church

A Model Ministry Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 5, 2012

In chapter 2 of 1 Thessalonians, Paul reminded them of the ministry he conducted among them. His description of his ministry provides us with an excellent model for our ministry.

Introduction: A. Last week, in our sermon, we worked our way through 1 Thessalonians chapter one and noticed why the church at Thessalonica was a model church. 1. We discovered that they were a model church for at least three reasons: (1). Their Faithful Service. (2) Their Open Receptivity. (3) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Found Faithful In Our Witness Series

Contributed by David Cook on Feb 13, 2010

Our commission, compassion, character will determine our witness unto Jesus.

1 For you yourselves know, brethren, that our coming to you was not in vain. 2 But even[a] after we had suffered before and were spitefully treated at Philippi, as you know, we were bold in our God to speak to you the gospel of God in much conflict. 3 For our exhortation did not come from error or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Names Of The Antichrist!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 27, 2010

Here is a list of some of the names of the Antichrist in the Bible. He is called by many names but no matter what he is called, he has been defeated by the blood, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ! We must be weary because of that day

The Names of the Antichrist! Here is a list of some of the names of the Antichrist in the Bible. He is called by many names but no matter what he is called, he has been defeated by the blood, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ! We must be weary because of that day no one on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

How To Enjoy The Rest Of Your Life

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 1, 2008

The Secret of a Satisfying Life

How to Enjoy the Rest of Your Life 1 Th 2:4-10 Philippians 4:11-12 ".. I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation..." • One hundred years ago ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Helping Each Other (09) Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 16, 2009

Part of our journey of faith is that we are to help each other grow.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Over the last couple of weeks we have seen how the Gospel should change our lives. Last week we examined how it should motivate us to carry out part of our two-fold mission, reach out to lost souls. • Our mission as a church and as individual Christians does not end when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ideal Servant Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 4, 2009

Spiritual power, perseverance, purpose, and parenting made Paul the ideal servant to those he was leading. And we are all called to be servants. Link inc. to formatted text and PowerPoint.

The Ideal Servant I Thessalonians 2:1-12 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/IdealServant.html Being a servant is a calling. And you have that call. Preachers are called, but you are called as well. Preachers go ‘calling’. Once a minister went to call on one of the elderly widows of the church. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 2, 2011

We have GOOD NEWS to share and are called to share it.

Focus Passage: I Thessalonians 2:1-4 Supplemental Passage: Matthew 28:18-20 “The Great Commission” not “the great omission”. Introduction: We love to talk about the weather or sports or our kids or about politics. But when it comes to talking about our faith, many of us cower like chickens ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Real Gospel Preaching Series

Contributed by Larry Finley on Mar 30, 2010

Characteristics of the Mechanics of Gospel Preaching

1. FRUITFUL – not in vain Vs. 1 a. 1 Corinthians 15:14-17 And if Christ be not risen, then is our preaching vain, and your faith is also vain. 15 Yea, and we are found false witnesses of God; because we have testified of God that he raised up Christ: whom he raised not up, if so be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist