Sermons on Kehillah in Thessalonika I 2:4:

What The Church Ought To Be Part 1

Contributed by John Johnson on Nov 10, 2008

We should not interested in finding the approval of men, but our spiritual life is determined by the approval of God.

From the time we are born until the time that we die, we want approval and attention. We often here little children say, “Watch me daddy,” “Look at me, mama.” Teenagers want more than anything else to be popular. They are careful to dress in an acceptable manner. They try to talk in an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Names Of The Antichrist!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 27, 2010

Here is a list of some of the names of the Antichrist in the Bible. He is called by many names but no matter what he is called, he has been defeated by the blood, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ! We must be weary because of that day

The Names of the Antichrist! Here is a list of some of the names of the Antichrist in the Bible. He is called by many names but no matter what he is called, he has been defeated by the blood, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ! We must be weary because of that day no one on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

5 Ways To Frustrate Failure Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 30, 2007

Paul, here in his letter to the Thessalonian Church gives us five ways to frustrate failure, to keep ourselves from being overwhelmed by it, and to give us a gauge by which we can judge our own spiritual success – ie: our success before God!

5 WAYS TO FRUSTRATE FAILURE 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6a INTRODUCTION: Failure is something we all want to avoid. No one likes to be known as a failure. No one likes to be associated with a failed anything. We all tend to look at people who have failed with a little cynicism. What’s wrong with them? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Measure Of Success Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 27, 2009

Looks at how Paul measured success in 1 THessalonians 2

The Measure of Success 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 How do you measure success and failure? (v.2: 1) Measure success by your faithfulness to God (v. 2:2-6a) Measure success by your dealings with people (v. 2:6b-12) Treat them gently (v. 2:6b-7) Treat them in love (v. 2:8-9) Treat them Righteously(v. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How God Turns Failure Into Favor Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Failure isn’t final and it isn’t fatal. God can bring you back from failure.

INTRODUCTION This is the fourth message is the series from 1 Thessalonians which I’ve entitled, “Finding Hope in a Hopeless World.” In this message we’re going to talk about “How God Turns Failure into Favor.” I don’t even know if kids in school take home ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Dads That Make A Difference

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 21, 2014

God wants to help you be a dad who makes a difference. 1. He will take away your guilt (vs. 4&13). 2. He will give you the goodness you need (vs. 5-10). 3. He will give you the guidance you need (vs. 11-12). 4. He will give you a grateful heart (vs.13 ).

Dads that Make a Difference 1 Thessalonians 2:4-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 15, 2014 (Revised and updated from a sermon preached at McClendon Baptist Church June 18, 2006) *To all of the dads here this morning: I hope you have a great Father's Day. We thank God for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

Effectively Sharing The Gospel Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 21, 2013

let us follow the example of paul, silas, and timothy

How did Evangelical Christianity come to America?? Evangelical Christianity came to America mainly from England in the 17th Century! Now look at this map; we can note the spread of Christianity from the 4th to the 7th Century. We are currently studying the First Letter to the Thessalonian ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Men Approved By God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 12, 2013

To show that we need to tell GOD's Words because not men but GOD entrusted it to us.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you approved by GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to tell GOD's Words because not men but GOD entrusted it to us. IV. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 2:4 (New International Version) On the contrary, we speak as men approved by God to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pleasing God Instead Of Men Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 4, 2015

Leadership, Humility, Teachability, Courage

FOLLOW THE LEADER – Pleasing God Instead of Men 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 (pg. 824) August 9, 2015 Introduction: Opposition can come in many forms...It can be an outright attack, violent and physical...and it can also come more subtly...through conversations that gather support from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Word At Work … In Love

Contributed by Clive Broadbent on Sep 19, 2017

We're the good guys. We want to save people, but the public don't want to know. Act like Paul's team: * Trust the gospel message and deliver it * Do it for God * Draw people to Christ through a Godly lifestyle

In Walt Disney's Pixar-animated movie, called The Incredibles, Mr Incredible is a super-hero in hiding. Mr Incredible saved a guy from an exploding building, but the guy sued Mr Incredible because the guy’s neck was slightly strained during the rescue. The guy was about to die! The guy exchanged ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:2-16

How To Spread The Good News Of The Gospel

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 17, 2015

We are to be good shepherds, servant leaders whose job description includes leading others to God. God empowers us as leaders and as followers to build up, to influence and to persuade others.

When we spread the good news of the Gospel, we can expect to face opposition. The apostle Paul was no exception. He boldly preached the Gospel to the Thessalonians in spite of suffering and mistreatment. First Thessalonians 2:1-8 is a model for all Christians to follow, especially when they are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

The Spreading Of The Gospel

Contributed by Timothy Enns on Apr 12, 2016

Paul's instructions to the Thessalonians on sharing the Gospel.

I don’t know about you, but the spreading of the Gospel and the growth of the church from the day Jesus said: “You are Peter and on this rock I will build my church” amazes me. It amazes me because of how the Gospel and the church spread from that little area of the Mediterranean ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Dynamics Of God’s Good News

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2012

Today we want to look at what made Paul and his team successful as they traveled around sharing the good news about Jesus. Several dynamics emerge from these verses in 1 Thess. 2 that will help us become more effective in sharing God’s grace with others.

Dynamics of God’s Good News 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 Intro: Have you ever felt like a failure in something you were trying to accomplish or be successful at? Sometimes we feel discouraged in our life roles (as a student, as an athlete, as a friend, as a parent, as a husband or wife, as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's Not In Vain

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Dec 7, 2012

Sermon from I Thessalonians 2 - encouraging the church to keep pressing on.

“It’s Not in Vain” 1 Thessalonians Series – Black Creek 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 The first part of studying the book of 1 Thessalonians led us to seeing that Paul was encouraging and lifting up the members of the body of Christ in Thessalonica. He challenged the church and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"It's Been My Pleasure" Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 12, 2017

Paul gives us three great ways we can PLEASE the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY - 1. Being a bold and courageous witness 2. Possess a "Pleasing God" Mindset 3. Serve with Agape Love (Nursing Image)

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 ; Psalm 1 Theme: "It's Been My Pleasure" Paul gives us three great ways we can PLEASE our LORD GOD ALMIGHTY - 1. Being a bold and courageous witness 2. Possess a "Pleasing God" Mindset 3. Serve with Agape Love (Nursing Image) INTRO: Grace and peace ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene