Sermons on 1 Thessalonians 5:16:

In All Things Rejoice

Contributed by Virginia Tate on Feb 12, 2007

Why and how do we rejoice and give thanks?

In All Things Rejoice, Pray and Give Thanks 1 Thessalonians 5:16-5:18 Why and how do we rejoice and give thanks? As I share the word of God with you, I pray that you and I may experience “being Spirit filled.” Actually I am very confident that we would experience that as we pay all our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

La Flama Del Espiritu Santo

Contributed by Leopoldo Aguilar on Jun 25, 2007

El Espíritu Santo es como el fuego del altar en los tiempos del pueblo Hebreo; purifica, consume una vida para dar vida, y da libertad. El fuego del Espíritu Santo debe ser avivado cada mañana con la leña de nuestras debilidades y carnalidades para que co

LA FLAMA DEL ESPIRITU SANTO 1ª Tes. 5:12-24 Texto Base: No apaguéis al Espíritu (RV); No apaguen el fuego del Espíritu (Dios H. Hoy) Introducción Frase de apertura: El Espíritu Santo no abandona al creyente pero si se puede apagar en la vida del creyente, no es vencido por la carnalidad sino deja ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Radical Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 30, 2006

This sermon tells us to rejoyce always - but there are seven aspects of 1 Thess. 5:16-22 that we need to apply to life.

Radical Rejoicing Text: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Do not quench the Spirit. Do not despise prophecies. Test all things; hold fast what is good. Abstain from every form of evil.” 1 Thessalonians A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's A Family Matter Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Apr 6, 2007

8th (last) is series on 1 Thesselonians (8 of 8).

IT’S A FAMILY MATTER 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 INTRO: Paul’s favorite name for believers was brethren. He used it at least 60 times in his letters; and in the two Thessalonian Epistles, he used it 27 times. Paul saw the local church as a family. Each member was born again by the Spirit of God and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Spirit Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009

I Thes 5:16-18 “16Rejoice evermore. 17Pray without ceasing. 18In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”

“A Spirit of Thanksgiving!” 11/16/2006 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez - pastor_rr@yahoo.com I Thes 5:16-18 “16Rejoice evermore. 17Pray without ceasing. 18In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” “16Estad siempre gozosos. 17Orad sin cesar. 18Dad ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Apostolic

Three Kinds Of Faith

Contributed by Monte Brown on Mar 6, 2007

What type of heart should we have to serve God?

I. A Caring Heart 1 Thessalonians 5:15 See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all. II. A Joyful Heart 1 Thessalonians 5:16 Rejoice always, III. A Prayerful Heart 1 Thessalonians 5:17 pray without ceasing, IV. A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Walking A Path That Will Keep The Fire Burning.

Contributed by Chris Norton on Jul 24, 2008

We need to lift up our brothers and sisters when they are down and discouraged. Too many of us today will say we need to pray for them Yes we do but it is not enough just to pray for them we have to go to them and help them in their time of need.

Walking A Path That Will Keep The Fire Burning. 1 Thessalonians 5:14-28 14-15> Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men. See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guidelines From The Lord For Living In These Last Days

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jul 28, 2008

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT GUIDELINES FROM THE LORD FOR LIVING IN THESE LAST DAYS BASED ON 1THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5

GUIDELINES FROM THE LORD FOR LIVING IN THESE LAST DAYS **************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. PUT ON THE BREASTPLATE OF FAITH AND LOVE AND THE HOPE OF SALVATION 2. HONOUR THOSE MINISTER TO YOU AND BE BLESSED THROUGH THEIR MINISTRY 3. LIVE A COMPLETELY ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Final Instructions - How To Be A Gospel Church Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 7, 2008

How to be a gospel church; how to live lives that are appropriate for people who are waiting for Christ to return to take us to be with him forever.

We’re going to be thinking today about how to be a gospel church; how to live lives that are appropriate for people who are waiting for Christ to return to take us to be with him forever. In the previous section of this letter we were reminded that even if we don’t know exactly when Jesus will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Anglican

God’s Will For You

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 6, 2010

It is God’s will that all those who are in Christ Jesus should express constant joy, constant prayer, and constant thanksgiving.

God’s Will For You 10/21/07 PM Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 “Rejoice, pray, and give thanks” sound like ordinary and desirable activities to expect a Christian to engage in; but when you add the adverbs, you have a real challenge: “Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Handful Of Prayer Reminders Using The

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 7, 2010

A handful of prayer reminders using the Five Fingers of Prayer. Many illustrations have been given with the hand or hands as the subject. Through the Bible tells us to first pray for those in authority and to pray for Israel and the peace of Jerusalem,

A handful of prayer reminders using the Five Fingers of Prayer. Many illustrations have been given with the hand or hands as the subject. Through the Bible tells us to first pray for those in authority and to pray for Israel and the peace of Jerusalem, here are a handful of prayer reminders using ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17

Interaction With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 27, 2009

Sins of omission/comission against the Holy Spirit analyzed w/works of the flesh/Spirit

The Believer’s Interaction with the Holy Spirit As the Mighty River of God moving through us, as long as we do not Grieve the Holy Spirit, through Sins of Comisson, or Quench Him (literally putting out the fire), through Sins of Omission, but instead remain fully yielded, He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Give Thanks In All Circumstances

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jun 15, 2009

Giving thanks to GOd even when the events in our life don’t seem to warrent it.

Over the last couple weeks we have looked at two things which have caused some people concern and possibly even worry. First, we talked about the election, some people are really excited while others are concerned over the changes in leadership in our government. The Bible reminds us we are to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Methodist

Bumper Sticker Theology

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Aug 24, 2007

Bumpers stickers say a lot in a few words - so do the Bible verses of First Thessalonians chapter five.

Bumpers stickers say a lot in a few words. They are easily memorized. They can make us think. Bumper stickers are a lot like these Bible verses: 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - "Be joyful always." This is NOT an invitation to ignore sadness and sorrow. It is rather, an invitation to invite the person, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Final Goodbye Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008

Good byes are rarely easy, but are sometimes necessary.

1. OK, I ADMIT IT, I LOVE AIRPORTS! 2. There is just something about airports that I really enjoy. a. NOW it’s not driving around in circles waiting for someone to come outside and meet me. b. And it’s not waiting for hours because of plane delays c. But there is that glimpse into the lives of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational