Sermons on 1 Thessalonians 3:1-18:

Lesson 21: With Concern For One Another Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 3, 2019

Paul has a warning for those who are IDLE AND DISRUPTIVE, which suggests that worship services in the early church were often interrupted by unruly members, and the Thessalonian church was no exception.

12/8/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 21: WITH CONCERN FOR ONE ANOTHER (1Thess. 5:14-15) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15 (NIV) 14 And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone. 15 Make sure that nobody pays ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Rescued From The Wrath To Come

Contributed by John Gaston on May 26, 2015

Paul revealed the 3 secrets of the success of the Thessalonian Church: their experiential faith, their candid lifestyles, and their focusing on the coming of Jesus. Every successful church should use them as a model.

RESCUED FROM THE WRATH TO COME 1 Thess. 1:1-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE SANDWICHES 1. One time Angela & I went into a pizza place in a small town to eat. They only had Pepsi, but Angela had a fountain coke in the car, so I went & got it. The manager refused to let us drink the Coke (though we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Word Of Conclusion For The Church Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 9, 2021

As Paul concludes the first letter to the Thessalonian church, he offers a final exhortation and encouragement. They faced much adversity, but the Lord would abide faithful, guiding them in ministry.

A Word of Conclusion for the Church 1 Thessalonians 5: 16-28 I think we could all agree that our study in this insightful epistle has been encouraging as well as challenging. Clearly the church in Thessalonica stands as a tremendous example for the church to follow. It is evident Paul loved the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28

Denomination: Baptist

Church Defined PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2023

To emphasize the importance of the church as a place of faith, hope, love, and work, and to encourage believers to model their lives after the Thessalonians, who demonstrated their faith and love through their actions and endurance.

Good morning, Church family! Isn't it a blessing to gather here today as one body in Christ, in this place of faith, hope, love, and work? Listen to these words from the wise A.W. Tozer: "A church in the land without the Spirit is rather a curse than a blessing. If you have not the Spirit of God, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Topics: Faith, Work

Pay Back Part 1 Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 13, 2010

A study of chapter 7 verses 1 through 18

Ezekiel 7: 1 – 18 ‘Pay back’ Part 1 1 Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2 “And you, son of man, thus says the Lord GOD to the land of Israel: An end! The end has come upon the four corners of the land. 3 Now the end has come upon you, and I will send My ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 7:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

On Deposit ! ! (Ephesians, Chapter 1) Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Nov 2, 2005

Ephesians 1:13-14 give us an initial glimpse at what we have ON DEPOSIT in The Heavenly Reserve Bank of God

Series Title: The Heavenly Reserve Bank of God(Ephesians) Message Title: On Deposit (Ephesians, Chapter 1) Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14 (Ephesians 1:13) And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

1 The Power Of A Positive Perspective Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Aug 25, 2025

Looking at creating ways to "renew your mind"

1. Introduction: The Battle for Your Mind Good morning everyone. Let me start by asking: Have you ever noticed how just a few minutes scrolling through the news or social media can completely change your mood? You were fine five minutes ago — maybe even cheerful. But now you’re anxious, angry, or ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

The Church Christ Is Buliding #1

Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 23, 2003

Frist in a series of sermons on the Church that Christ’s has bulit. This one shows what the foundnation is.

SERMON #1 THE CHURCH CHRIST IS BULIDING 1. WHEN YOU BUILD A BUILDING YOU HAVE TO BUILD IT ON SOMETHING, BUT ON WHAT? A.MATTHEW 7:24 27 24 "Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine, and acts upon them, may be compared to a wise man, who built his house upon the rock. 25 "And the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27, Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Christian Church

Overcoming Opposition - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Jan 27, 2007

The message deals with facing and overcoming opposition in our life and in the church.

Overcoming Opposition - Part 1 Nehemiah 4:1-9 Introduction About 350 years ago a shipload of travelers landed on the northeast coast of America. The first year they established a town site. The next year they elected a town government. The third year the town government planned to build a road ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Esther Series Part 1

Contributed by Jack Martin on May 10, 2023

INTRO : Its the account of a captive jewish maiden who amazingly is elevated to the throne of the persian Queen....

Unrest In The Palace Series Scripture: Esther 1:1-22 Summary: Part one of a series on the book of Esther INTRO : Hidden away in the obscure corner of the Old Testament, Esther is a beautiful story of human love & palace intrigue. The setting is in the days of Israels captivity under the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church Does Not Enter The Tribulation – Reasons That Prove It – Part 1 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 12, 2023

Does the penalty need to be paid twice? We begin to look at the fact that the Church does not enter the Tribulation; look at the facts and evidence that it does not happen. We have been delivered from wrath that is coming.

THE CHURCH DOES NOT ENTER THE TRIBULATION – REASONS THAT PROVE IT – PART 1 OF 3 INTRODUCTION I find it reprehensible, the claim that the Church, and Christians of course, will enter the Tribulation. Why do I find it reprehensible? If you think Christians must enter into the Tribulation, even ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:12-14, Revelation 6:15-17, 1 Thessalonians 1:9-10, 1 Thessalonians 5:9-10, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Pleasers - Part 1

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009

(PowerPoint Slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Learning to live daily with one goal in mind - to please God.

God Pleasers – Part 1 Colossians 1:10 Everybody is living to please somebody. There are no exceptions. You may be living to please your father or mother, your spouse or child, your teacher or coach, your girlfriend or boyfriend. You may be living to please yourself or you may be living to please ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:10

Denomination: *other

Bible Year: 1 Peter PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023

Explores living purposefully and productively, perceiving time as a divine gift to be used wisely in light of eternity.

Good morning, beloved family of God. How wonderful it is to gather together again in this sacred sanctuary, united by our common faith and the boundless love of our Heavenly Father. We are here to seek His face, to learn from His Word, and to encourage each other in our walk with Him. Today, we are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7

Topics: Time, Stewardship

A Word Of Encouragement

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Oct 18, 2004

This takes a look at the opening verses of II Thessalonians as Paul brings a word of encouragement to this church.

A Word of Encouragement II Thes. 1:1-12 I. The Encouragement of Praise (v. 1-4) A. Paul Practiced What He Preached (1-3a) 1. He could have blasted them for not grasping what he had taught them earlier, but he never scolded or chastised them (compare to his reaction the Galatian church Gal. 3:1). ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

God Is In Charge Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 29, 2019

This is the 2nd sermon in the "Continued Encouragement" series from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Continued Encouragement [#2] GOD IS IN CHARGE 2 Thessalonians 1:5-12 Introduction: This was a Church worth bragging about. This Church was being persecuted on a regular basis, yet they continued on faithfully. The evidence of this, was how they allowed God to lead regardless of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:5-12

Denomination: Baptist