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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Thankful For The Church

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 2, 2018
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    Of the many blessings we enjoy through our relationship with Christ, I am especially thankful for the fellowship with those of like faith. I am blessed to be part of the church, the body of Christ.

    Thankful for the Church 1 Thessalonians 1: 1-4 Over the past few weeks, we have been discussing particular blessings received through our relationship with Christ, and the thankfulness we should possess for those blessings. As I pondered all I have received in Christ, one of the greatest blessings ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    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

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Called For A Change

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 17, 2018
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    God has chosen us in and by Jesus to become fully devoted followers of Jesus and to make fully devoted followers of Jesus. We are challenged within ourselves; by God; and from outside of ourselves to accomplish these two goals.

    1. Good to be chosen – Sports/Jobs/Mates/Friends/Elected Politicians – “Chosen by People” 2. God has called us by the gospel (2 Thessalonians 2.14) 3. The gospel call challenges us to transformation in our lives – 1 Thessalonians 1.4-10 4 For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Lowe avatar

    Lesson 2: Thanksgiving For Their Faith, Hope, And Love Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 21, 2018
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    Paul’s thanksgiving becomes unconventional because of his insertion of “God”: he is giving a genuine thanks to the one true God, not making a casual reference to whatever the gods were in Thessalonica, at the time.

    4/8/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 2: THANKSGIVING FOR THEIR FAITH, HOPE, AND LOVE (1Th 1:2-4) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:2-4 (NIV) 2 We always thank God for all of you and continually mention you in our prayers. 3 We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    It's Not All Bad!

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 21, 2016
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    Sometimes when we look at certain Bible passages we get the feeling that only suffering and persecution awaits the true believer in Jesus. Nothing could be further from the truth! Even in the midst of trials we can have joy and peace and hope! PTL!!

    1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 (Please look up this Scripture as we will read it in a few minutes) As I was thinking of last weeks sermon we had spoken about the death of James, the brother of John and the miraculous deliverance of Peter from prison and of the fact that there is a great wave of ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “giving Thanks For Our Journey Together” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 24, 2014
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    There are three virtues in which we all need to seek to be growing.

    Paul was thankful for the Thessalonian church. He mentions three things about them that he was thankful for: 1) their work of faith; 2) their labor of love; and 3) their endurance of hope. It has been pointed out that this is the same means by which Jesus evaluated the church in Ephesus in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Model Church Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 28, 2012
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    In this sermon, we work through the first chapter and learn the characteristics that made the church of the Thessalonians a model church.

    Introduction: A. No doubt you have heard a preacher say, “If you ever find the perfect church, please don’t join it. If you do, it won’t be perfect anymore!” Right? B. I came across a poem based on that statement. It goes like this: “If you should find the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Church That Moves Ahead Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 20, 2011
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    Tjo show how the Thessalonian Christians exhibited qualities of an encouraging church, emphasizing the need to be aggressively moving ahead in the building of the Kingdom.

    I Thessalonians 1 Introduction: I want to begin with 3 stories this morning that each make the same basic point… Story 1- In his book, Masterplanning, Bob Biehl visits behind the scenes at an Arizona circus with a man who trains animals for movies. He’s curious how a 10-ton ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    2012 Trouble For Them, Peace For Youi

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 2, 2012
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    God is not promising freedom from trouble, but gives us His peace for whatever may come.

    2012 Trouble for Them Peace for You In 2011 there was a lot of upheaval in the world. No one predicted Osama would be killed, Ghadafi would be killed, Mubarak would be deposed, Kim Il Jong would be dead, the Arab spring, the Fukishema melt down, and Japanese tsunami. The world's deck is being ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "2012-Is It The End?"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 4, 2012
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    How to prepared for Doomsday.

    “2012- The End of the World?” January 8, 2012 1 Thessalonians 1:1-11 “Now, brothers and sisters, about times and dates we do not need to write to you, for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. While people are saying, “Peace and ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • 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

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Reflect His Image! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 14, 2012
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    The premise of our subject today comes from 1 Thessalonians 1:6 were Paul commends the church in Thessalonica for being imitators of Jesus. They are such great role models for other Christians and churches to follow that their devotion and mirror image of

    Series: Imitators Introduction to series: Video Clip from Jeff Foxworthy Bible Question, “Who helped you come to your faith?” In our clip we have Jeff talking about who it was that implanted the image of Jesus and the Christian faith in his life. He noted that it was the example of His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John McCormack avatar

    By Example

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Sep 21, 2012
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     | 4,310 views

    FOLLOW BY EXAMPLE

    BY EXAMPLE THESSALONIA LETTERS ARE ANOTHER SET OF PAIRED LETTERS IN THE NEW TESTAMENT. IN PAUL DAY THESSALONICA WAS THE ROMAN CAPITAL OF THE PROVINCE OF MACEDONIA. IT WAS LOCATED ON A PRIMARY ROAD LEADING FROM ROME TO THE EASTERN PART OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE. THIS CITY IS TODAY NAMED SALONIKA, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timm Meyer avatar

    "We Always Thank God..."

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 20, 2011
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     | 5,002 views

    Reformation - We always thank God for every faithful believer and for God's powerful word.

    “WE ALWAYS THANK GOD…” (Outline) October 31, 2010 - Reformation - 1 THESSALONIANS 1:1-5a INTRO: “Always” is one of God’s strong words of encouragement. Two weeks ago God reminded us to “rejoice always”. Only with the strength God ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran