Sermons on 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:14:

Building Blocks For A Healthy Church

Contributed by Tony Miano on Nov 20, 2000

This morning we’re going to look at three building blocks that helped to construct the church in Thessalonica.

Building Blocks for a Healthy Church First Thessalonians 1:1-4 Introduction: Well, here we are. Hopefully you’re not too stressed out or haggard from our first experience in setting up for Sunday morning worship. Let me encourage you. It will get easier. Not only will we get better at it, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Denomination: *other

Marks Of A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Dec 6, 2000

Healthy church ministry as modeled by the Church in Thessalonica

Marks Of A Healthy Church 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 1. The Foundation of the Church was Solid. (vv. 1-4) A. Because of the position they enjoyed - “in God … Christ” B. Because of the peace they experienced – “grace and peace” C. Because of the prayers they expected – “always for you all” D. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Examples Set By A Healthy Church

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 8, 2000

Our encouragement today should be that almost two thousand years ago another small church, planted in a community probably not too unlike our own, became a model for other new churches throughout the world.

Examples Set By a Healthy Church First Thessalonians 1:5-7 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church October 8, 2000 Introduction: Last week we looked at three characteristics or building blocks essential to building a healthy church. We saw through the church in Thessalonica’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-7

Denomination: *other

For Granted Or Gratitude?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 14, 2000

Do we take our blessings for granted or with gratitude?

FOR GRANTED OR GRATITUDE? I Thess. 5:18 “Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” INTRO.- It’s Thanksgiving time! ILL.- Someone said, “Thanksgiving is when millions of Americans get together to drink, talk, eat, and go home again. It’s known as the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Words Of Comfort

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 2, 2001

A devotion for young believers

14 “FOR IF WE BELIEVE THAT JESUS DIED AND ROSE AGAIN, EVEN SO GOD WILL BRING WITH HIM THOSE WHO HAVE FALLEN ASLEEP IN JESUS. 15 FOR THIS WE SAY TO YOU BY THE WORD OF THE LORD, THAT WE WHO ARE ALIVE, AND REMAIN UNTIL THE COMING OF THE LORD SHALL NOT PRECEDE THOSE WHO HAVE FALLEN ASLEEP. 16 FOR ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:14-18

Denomination: Orthodox

They Supply What Is Lacking

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

We need to openly receive from Christians of all types in order to attain true fullness in Christ.

"Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you again and supply what is lacking in your faith." (1Th 3:10, NIV) National characteristics are often reflected in the faith of Christians from different cultural backgrounds. For instance, believers from China are remarkable on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction A.

I. Introduction A. Read 1 Thess. 5:1-11 B. Paul had just unfolded the truth of the Rapture - "A time when the Lord rises from His seat beside His Father’s Throne; Descends in the air; and shouts, ‘Come Up Hither,’ and all of Christians rise to meet in the air to be with the Lord forever to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Attitudes That Can Quench Revival

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: As we come closer and closer to the end of this age, we will have to as believers exercise major discernment.

Introduction: As we come closer and closer to the end of this age, we will have to as believers exercise major discernment. We must be freed from numerous things and one of those things is our inability to embrace our brothers and sisters of the various denominational Churches. What God is doing in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19-21

Changed Lives Spur Thanksgiving

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

I. CHANGED LIVES (THE MARK OF FAITHFUL DISCIPLES) SPUR THANKSGIVING BECAUSE THEY CONFIRM GOD'S ELECTION AND OUR FAITH Introduction (:2) -- Tone of Thanksgiving A.

I. CHANGED LIVES (THE MARK OF FAITHFUL DISCIPLES) SPUR THANKSGIVING BECAUSE THEY CONFIRM GOD'S ELECTION AND OUR FAITH Introduction (:2) -- Tone of Thanksgiving A. Changed Lives Can Be Identified By the Fruit of the Holy Spirit Evident to the Missionary Team (:3) Evident to Other Believers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Supernatural Boldness Requires Pure Motives

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

SUPERNATURAL BOLDNESS IN PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL REQUIRES PURE MOTIVES AND PROPER CONDUCT (THE MARKS OF SPIRIT-FILLED CHURCH PLANTERS) A.

SUPERNATURAL BOLDNESS IN PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL REQUIRES PURE MOTIVES AND PROPER CONDUCT (THE MARKS OF SPIRIT-FILLED CHURCH PLANTERS) A. Supernatural Boldness in Proclaiming the Gospel Can Be Identified by the Power of the Holy Spirit in the Context of Persecution (:1-2) Illustr.: Just as you use ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Word Produces Godliness

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

III. THE PROPER RESPONSE TO GOD'S WORD PRODUCES GODLINESS THAT PROVOKES PERSECUTION A.

III. THE PROPER RESPONSE TO GOD'S WORD PRODUCES GODLINESS THAT PROVOKES PERSECUTION A. The Proper Response to God's Word Will Produce Godliness 1. For Two Reasons: a. Because of the Integration of Faith b. Because of the Power of God's Word -- the message comes from God with energizing power to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Can!

Contributed by Don Hutto on Oct 18, 2000

In our spiritual development we must learn that what we cannot do, God can!

I. Introduction Most of us have learned that there are some things that we just cannot do for ourselves. In our spiritual development we must learn that what we cannot, God can! Only God can . . . II. . . . Direct Our Lives A. God wants to be Involved in our lives. (v. 11) B. God wants ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Power That Works In Us - The Word Of God

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: Last Sunday I began a series on, "The Power That Works in Us!" I want you to get your prayers answered! I want to get my prayers answered! There are two extremes in the world today when it comes to receiving an answer to prayer: let God do it all-that is, everything that happens is God's wil

Intro: Last Sunday I began a series on, "The Power That Works in Us!" I want you to get your prayers answered! I want to get my prayers answered! There are two extremes in the world today when it comes to receiving an answer to prayer: let God do it all-that is, everything that happens is God's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:13

Strive For Excellence In Pleasing God

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

GROWING DISCIPLES MUST STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE IN PLEASING GOD A.

GROWING DISCIPLES MUST STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE IN PLEASING GOD A. Our Present Level of Obedience Should Be the Foundation For Striving For Excellence in Pleasing God (:1-2) (rather than the excuse for settling for mediocrity or the mountaintop for sliding to the valley) 1. Growing Disciples Need ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Conviction Gives Hope To The Bereaved

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CONVICTION REGARDING GOD'S PROGRAM FOR THE FUTURE GIVES HOPE FOR THE BEREAVED GOD'S FORMULA OF COMPASSION: KNOWLEDGE + FAITH GIVES HOPE KNOWLEDGE + FAITH = CONVICTION CONVICTION GIVES HOPE Introd.

CONVICTION REGARDING GOD'S PROGRAM FOR THE FUTURE GIVES HOPE FOR THE BEREAVED GOD'S FORMULA OF COMPASSION: KNOWLEDGE + FAITH GIVES HOPE KNOWLEDGE + FAITH = CONVICTION CONVICTION GIVES HOPE Introd.: Two different groups of believers in view: 1) those who are alive and remain until the coming of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible