Sermons on Kehillah in Thessalonika II 3:12:

Holy God Healthy Church Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 23, 2018

Message 15 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This is the second of three messages dealing with perversion in the church

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Holy God Healthy Church” 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Part Two Review Opening Address and Introduction 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof for a divided church 1-4 B. Reproof for a defiled church 5 Review In this chapter Paul tackles the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Idle" Christians? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 28, 2014

Who are 'idle" Christians and how are we to handle them?

We will finish today our study of the letters to the Thessalonians. Please open your Bibles to 2 Thessalonians Chapter 3….. NIV… Read along with me 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18…… Let us note again that the New Testament was originally written in Greek and so there are various ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Kingdom Prosperity

Contributed by Kofi Boakye on Nov 3, 2017

While receiving should never be the ultimate motive for giving, it’s no surprise that generous people seem to always have their needs met and are always blessed. In this message we will get to know biblical truth and ways to prosperity.

While receiving should never be the ultimate motive for giving, it’s no surprise that generous people seem to always have their needs met and are always blessed. In this message we will get to know biblical truth and ways to prosperity. PAY YOUR TITHE In the book of Malachi, the Bible says, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10-15

Denomination: Charismatic

Imitate Love And Perseverance Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 4, 2012

We are to imitate God’s love and persevere like Jesus. We also need to realize we do not have to fear end times but instead work hard to provide for our families and to spread the Gospel. We are also to be at peace and never forget about Gods grace.

Spiritual Mile Marker for the year – number 10 “Imitate Jesus” Summary of Series: Imitators Thesis of series: We live in a society that seldom reflects Jesus. As Christians, we are called to be His reflection, to do His will and to keep our hearts blameless. Sermon1: Reflect ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purpose Of Second Coming Prophecy

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on May 29, 2012

Many misinterpret second coming prophecy because they do not know its purpose. It is not to inform us about events. It is not to identify the anti-Christ. It is to inspire us to obedience.

The Purpose of Second Coming Prophesy 2 Thessalonians 3:4-13 Thomas Fuller was born in Africa about 1710. He was sold as a slave in Virginia in 1724. There is some disagreement about whether someone taught him to count to 100 or if he taught himself. He never had a day of formal education. He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

We'll Work Till Jesus Comes Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 11, 2012

In this last sermon from the series on 1 & 2 Thessalonians, we look at Paul's commands about not being idol, but working and obeying until Jesus comes.

Introduction: A. Let me begin with this humorous, puny piece about work. 1. All my life I’ve been looking for the perfect job 2. My first job was working in an orange juice factory, but I got canned...just couldn't concentrate. 3. After that I tried to be a tailor, but I just wasn't suited ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Lazy Man’s Vineyard

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jun 12, 2020

A little laziness would ruin a great harvest. It is time for us to be busy for Christ and reap a mighty harvest.

I went by the field of the lazy man, And by the vineyard of the man devoid of understanding; And there it was, all overgrown with thorns; Its surface was covered with nettles; Its stone wall was broken down. When I saw it, I considered it well; I looked on it and received instruction: A little ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:5-10, Proverbs 24:30-34, 2 Thessalonians 3:11-12

Sermon On The Mount - Part 12 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jun 29, 2019

This is Part 12 in a 14-part series of studies I call “The Christian Character” as described by in what is familiarly known as the “Sermon on the Mount.” In this part, we examine Jesus teaching about laying up treasures, the eye as the lamp of the body, and the impossibility of serving two masters.

Part 12 - Laying up treasures, eye is the lamp of the body, serving two masters Sermon on the Mount The Christian Character Matthew 5:3 - 7:27 (Cf. Luke 6:20-49) This is Part 12 in a 14-part series of studies I call “The Christian Character” as described by Jesus to a crowd of people on a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34, 1 Corinthians 16:2, Colossians 3:1-3, Matthew 6:22-24, Matthew 6:24, Matthew 6:25-34, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, 1 Timothy 5:8, Philippians 4:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Working And Eating

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 29, 2019

If anyone does not wish to work, neither let him eat.

WORKING AND EATING. 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13. Having expressed his trust in the Lord that they will already be doing the things with which he charges them (2 Thessalonians 3:4), the Apostle Paul now charges the brethren in Thessalonica - “in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ” - to withdraw ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Be Idle Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 10, 2019

This is the 7th sermon in the "Continued Encouragement" series from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Continued Encouragement [#7] DON’T BE IDLE 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18 Introduction: As we have stated every week; both letters to the Thessalonians were letters of encouragement. While Paul continually was encouraging them and complimenting them, he did want them to remember why they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Do Not Be Idle” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 13, 2019

Jesus is coming don't be like some of those folks in Thessalonica they were idle.

“Do Not Be Idle” 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 1. Jesus is coming - am I ready?" • It’s the most important question that must be answered • The answer is either yes I am, I am not sure, an absolute no. • To be ready, of course, requires salvation. Do I know Jesus Christ as my personal Savior? ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Be An Active, But Idle, Busy Body Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 5, 2019

Paul address a specific sin in the life of the Thessalonian church - the sin of being an active, but idle, busy body. This sin is a blind-spot in the life of the Thessalonian church. All blind spots need to be addressed before we get to a point where the kingdom is better off without us.

You can list to the full message here:- http://nec.org.au/strong-and-ready/ Message 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18 Don't Be An Active, But Idle, Busy Body Through this sermon series on 1 & 2 Thessalonians we have seen that the church in Thessalonica is a faithful model of discipleship that is an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Encouragement Pt 2 -- The Art Of Encouagement Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

This is a second message exploring the concept and practice of encouragement. This message explores the mandate to encourage one another.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Art of Encouragement” Introduction Last week we explored the need and availability of encouragement. Given the multiple causes for discouragement in our world, encouragement is a critical component to survival. Our own thinking causes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-7, 2 Corinthians 7:5-7, 2 Thessalonians 3:11-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Emotional Blackmail

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 13, 2017

If you can work and don’t, you shouldn’t eat.

Emotional Blackmail by Fr. Emmerich Vogt, O.P. Something I always like to cover in my missions is the role of feelings and emotions in our moral lives. Someone just gave me a copy of a book by Susan Forward, Emotional Blackmail. It’s about those who prey upon people’s emotions as a form of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-14

Denomination: Catholic

Ananias, Sapphira, & Church Discipline Today

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 21, 2023

Today we will look at the Biblical account of Ananias and Sapphira and see what we can learn. We will discuss the need to respect Church Leadership and will minutely examine church discipline for today.

INTRODUCTION • We will discuss the need to respect Church Leadership and will minutely examine church discipline for today. • What about the attitude, "Well, I'm anointed too…?" In the scriptural context, this was talking about "top-tier leadership." I. THEIR INITIAL ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11, Matthew 18:15-17, 1 Corinthians 5:1-13, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

Denomination: Church Of God