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  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Vital Signs

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2012
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    As we look at qualities in the Thessalonian church and in the lives of Paul and his companions, we can see what it looks like when people are spiritually alive. I’d like to look at chapter 1 in this light. We can identify several vital signs that should b

    Vital Signs 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Intro: (Play Clip: Stethoscope Man: Christ Lives in You) This book of 1 Thessalonians is thought to be one of Paul’s first letters written to a young church he and his ministry partners had started earlier. He is writing to encourage the believers there ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living In An Upside Down World Series

    Contributed by Paul Sterrett on Apr 4, 2013
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    Introductory Message to a series on 1 Thessalonians focusing on the foundation of our faith despite the uncertain times in which we live.

    LIVING IN AN UPSIDE DOWN WORLD 1 Thessalonians 1:1; Acts 17:1-9 INTRODUCTION How does a person live for Jesus Christ in a society where his faith is constantly under attack—where he can be ostracized or blacklisted for openly professing that he is a Christian?...How can you raise children ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living In Light Of Christ's Return Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 21, 2020
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    In these dark days before Jesus returns, show your election, set an example, and share your excitement about the salvation Jesus offers to all who put their trust in Him.

    After church, where she had been taught about the Second Coming, a little girl was quizzing her mother. “Mommy, do you believe Jesus will come back?” “Yes.” “Could he come this week?” “Yes.” “Today?” “Yes.” “Could he come in the next hour?” “Yes.” “In a few minutes?” “Yes, dear.” “Mommy, would ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Allan Quak avatar

    Thessalonians - Who? When? Why? Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Sep 13, 2019
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    Through this message we learn about the historical situation which lead to the planting of the Thessalonian church, and the purpose of Paul writing 1 Thessalonians.

    You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/strong-and-ready/ Message 1 Thessalonians 1:1 Who? When? Why? The year is 51AD. In that year the plans for, what is known, as the second missionary journey of Paul start to take place. You can read all about this journey in Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ric Veal avatar

    The Cruelty Of Saul

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Sep 19, 2019
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    How he hated The Way!

    The Cruelty of Saul 1 Thessalonians 1:1a Introduction: Attacked by persecution, corruption, dissension 01. His Association (7:58c; 22:20c) deep involvement; assisted A. Lot – Genesis 13:10-14a; 14:12; 19:1 B. Luke (22:54-62) Peter’s denial; 1 Corinthians 5:9; 15:33 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Partners Of Paul

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Sep 19, 2019
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    Two valuable co-workers with Paul in his missionary journeys!

    The Partners 1 Thessalonians 1:1b-c Introduction: Didn’t identify himself as an apostle here. . In Macedonian churches, it was never in question . Later he would defend his integrity & sincerity (2:1-6) . See Paul’s attitude of humility as he links ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Are We Known For?

    Contributed by John Dobbs on May 2, 2020
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    More than any other time I wonder what we are known for? Those New Testament Christians were known for their resilience and unending mission to spread the gospel. But in the here and now - when the pressure of life is immense - what are we known for?

    WHAT ARE WE KNOWN FOR? 1 THESSALONIANS 1:1-10 Introduction The book of Acts serves as a history of the spreading flame of the gospel throughout the Roman empire and beyond. Thousands are baptized in Acts 2. Later we see the astounding conversion of the terrorist Saul of Tarsus. Persecution ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Busy Waiting

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 5, 2020
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     | 2,848 views

    Gossip the gospel.

    BUSY WAITING. 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10. 1 Thessalonians 1:1 - “The church of the Thessalonians” came into being as a result of Paul’s second missionary journey. After Paul’s vision (Acts 16:9) Paul, Silas and Timothy were joined by Luke and crossed the Aegean Sea into Europe (Acts 16:10-12). After ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Hugh W. Davidson avatar

    Being Busy For The Lord

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 13, 2020
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    Here are some examples of how I've grown spiritually

    Being busy for the Lord An 80 year old lady called the police station on her cell phone and requested assistance. It seems someone had broken into her car when she was in the mall and totally destroyed the interior. They had ripped out both the steering wheel and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith, Hope And Love Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 23, 2019
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    Authentic faith produces good things. This message is the first in a series on 1 & 2 Thessalonians. Thanks to Pastor Derrick Tuper for his thoughts that contributed to this message (see notation in text)

    Paul couldn’t stand it any longer. He had to know how the church in Thessalonica was doing. After all, he had poured himself into that congregation and sacrificed deeply to teach its members the gospel. But now Satan was attacking it with persecution, doubt, and trial. Were the believers ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Birthmark Of A Model Church Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 21, 2019
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     | 5,037 views

    This is the 1st sermon in the 1 Thessalonians series, "Encouragement". What does the Model Church look like?

    Series: Encouragement [#1] BIRTHMARKS OF A MODEL CHURCH 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4 Introduction: As I talk with Tharon often about his health, I hate that I passed some of those genetic traits to him. The truth is, we all pass things on to our children whether it be a genetic trait, a behavioral ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Peter Steinbach avatar

    True Friendships Series

    Contributed by Peter Steinbach on Jan 24, 2017
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     | 7,644 views

    In our culture we call most people we have frequent contact with "Friends." In this message of Love we'll learn what "True Friendship" is according to biblical standards.

    For those of you who weren’t here with us last week, we finished off the book of Daniel. • It was a wonderful book to teach, and I hope that all of us had our faith strengthened as a result of this book. (Elaborate) • Now this morning we’re going to start the book of Thessalonians. • And ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Luther Sexton avatar

    Section (1) Study Of 1 Thessalonians Introduction

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 16, 2018
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    Background On the History of Paul as he move about preaching the gospel.

    I THESSALONIANS--INTRODUCTION I. INTRODUCTION A. Paul comes to Macedonia Acts 16: 6-10 There was something driving him relentlessly on the Aegean Sea. So he came to Alexandrian Troas, still uncertain where he ought to go; and then there came to him a vision in the night of a man who cried, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Section (2) Thessalonians The Model Church Chapter 1 Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 17, 2018
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    Paul speaks of his love to come, but must send Timothy instead.

    I THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 1 THE MODEL CHURCH I. INTRODUCTION It is obvious from the nature of the writing that the apostle Paul had very deep feelings for the individuals with whom he had shared the gospel. He was concerned with their spiritual welfare. This great pastor of churches held them ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Women In The Pulpit - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 11, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,995 views

    Does the Lord have the right to call anyone into Christian minsitry in any position if it is His will to do so regardless of gender? This sermon is intended to be an overview of the Lord doing just that throughout the Bible.

    If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Matthew 6:31-33 “Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. “But ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene