Sermons on 1 Thessalonians 5:9-13:

Be Somebody's Hero

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Aug 11, 2009

Many people mistake leadership for a position. They think because they’re not leading an organization they’re not a leader. Not so. Leadership is influence. And everybody influences someone. This sermon helps us know how to be a better leader of othe

“Be Somebody’s Hero” I personally believe that each of us needs someone we can look up to and admire. Someone we can pattern our life after and learn from. Mannie Jackson, the owner of the Harlem Globetrotters basketball team agrees. He says: “I think we all have the capacity for commitment ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice In The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Mar 5, 2009

There is room for everyone in the Spirit!

Rejoice in the Power of the Holy Spirit Matthew 28:16-20 and Various Verses from the Epistles The Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, February 15, 2009 Introduction: Our passage today is made up of phrases from Paul’s letters to the early churches. It is an inspiring array of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:13-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hindrances To Answered Prayer!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 7, 2010

Many times we are discouraged when we do not see the answer to our prayers. It can also be very depressing. However, before we lay the reason on God or others perhaps we need to look inward to ourselves. In this outline we list some of the hindrances we h

Hindrances to Answered Prayer! Many times we are discouraged when we do not see the answer to our prayers. It can also be very depressing. However, before we lay the reason on God or others perhaps we need to look inward to ourselves. In this outline we list some of the hindrances we have to an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:10-17

The Day Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008

The Day of the Lord is a painful time, a time of judgment.

1. More than a few men and women have come by promising you and me to reveal the future. a. Come & follow me and I’ll let you know what’s in store for your life. SO Why are they so successful? b. How can people make a living on predicting the future? NOTE: Because man naturally wants to know what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Treat Spiritual Leaders Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008

As the family of God, our hearts and lives must support and love and help and hold up our spiritual leaders.

1. The Bible has a lot to say about what it takes to be that spiritual man, that spiritual woman that will be used of God to be leaders in the Church of Jesus Christ. a. As a church, we’ve studied many of these passages like Exodus 18 & the books of 1-2 Timothy & Titus. b. The ingredients are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

Paul, Part 25 (Final)

THE DAY OF THE LORD (1 THESSALONIANS 5:1-11) Greeting Queen Elizabeth II’s visit in 2007 was quite a chore and challenge to the Americans. “Do people wear pants, dresses or business attire to meet the queen?” was a common question guests fortunate to be invited to meet the queen asked. Dinner ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Day Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 26

THE DAY OF THE LORD (1 THESSALONIANS 5:1-11) Greeting Queen Elizabeth II’s visit in 2007 was quite a chore and challenge to the Americans. “Do people wear pants, dresses or business attire to meet the queen?” was a common question guests fortunate to be invited to meet the queen asked. Dinner ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How We Help Each Other Grow Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Feb 12, 2009

Adapted Rick Warren sermon for 40 Days of Community on working together to grow spiritually.

We are in the fourth week in our 40 Days of Community, we have been focusing on God’s #1 reason for placing us here on earth. What on earth are we here for? To love God and to love each other. Unfortunately, we don’t naturally do this. We don’t naturally love God or other people all the time. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Denomination: Methodist

Pack Your Bags (Pp) Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 12, 2009

Pack your bags, be ready for His return!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Have you ever had a dream trip that finally was going to be a reality for you? Maybe you wanted to take that take a trip to Europe, or Disney World? • For me the first dream trip for me was going to be a trip to Busch Stadium to watch the Cardinals play. • I was in 5th ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kingdom Conduct (Pp) Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 20, 2009

We are expected to deal with one another in the church in a certian way. Our actions should reflect the God we serve!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Just like the Thessalonian Church, the church today is facing many struggles. • Many people are struggling with various faith-related issues in their lives. There’s a lot of conflict and turmoil in many of our lives. • There are a lot of demands on our time. How many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Alert! Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008

The Bible teaches us that we are to be alert watching for the return of Jesus

"Be ALERT!" There are many Christians WAITING for the return of Jesus Christ -- but not that many who are WATCHING for the return of Christ! The Bible doesn’t teach us to wait for His return; we are to WATCH for His return! What then is the difference between WAITING and WATCHING? Would you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Respectful Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008

The Bible teaches us that it is important for the leaders and those they lead to love and respect each other

"Be Respectful!" TEXTS: 1 Thess. 5:12-13; Stephen Hawkins is one of the finest scientist in the world today, with a mind so brilliant that he has been compared to Einstein and others who have shaped the world with their keen intellect. Yet, with his mind in perfect working order his body is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Week Prayer For Christian Unity 08

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 8, 2008

Full service for ecumenical service - Praying about unity is a waste of time if we do not work for unity too; we have to be people who value variety & difference in one another.

Welcome CTW - HP 882 Psalm 133 HP 252 All hail the power of Jesus’ name Prayers of adoration Prayer of thanksgiving Reading 1 Thessalonians 5: 12a, 13b-18 SOF 303 Jesus stand among us Sermon SOF 43 Bind us together SOF 388 May the fragrance of Jesus Intercessions HP 758 In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18

Denomination: Methodist

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