God loves to find His children yearning after Him and seeking His presence. Please find encouragement here to embrace that quest.
Therefore, brothers, in all our distress and persecution we were encouraged about you because of your faith. 1st Thessalonians 3:7 NIV He was not her maternal son. But he loved his adopted mother as much as her own children did. He missed her greatly when he had to move away for work. He had... Continue Reading →
For what is our hope, our joy, or the crown in which we will glory in the presence of our Lord Jesus when he comes? Is it not you? 1st Thessalonians 2:19 NIV The little guy was so happy when his parents made him a glittering crown. His daycare was putting on a Christmas... Continue Reading →
who killed the Lord Jesus and the prophets and also drove us out. They displease God and are hostile to all men 1st Thessalonians 2:15 NIV They were from a Christian high school. They had traveled to Europe and were visiting Paris. On the way back to their hotel one night, they met a... Continue Reading →
encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. 1st Thessalonians 2: 12 NIV When the seasonal job ended, the young man returned home to his parent´s homes. He was in his twenties but hadn´t found direction for his life. In between jobs, he... Continue Reading →
For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children, 1st Thessalonians 2:11 NIV Uh oh! They were in trouble again! Discipline was called for and the mother had to say, “Just wait until your dad gets home!” When he did he took his boys down... Continue Reading →
On the contrary, we speak as men approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel. We are not trying to please men but God, who tests our hearts. 1st Thessalonians 2:4 NIV Once again the reply came back that the post was not approved for the Facebook group. It was a heartfelt message... Continue Reading →
and to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead--Jesus, who rescues us from the coming wrath. 1st Thessalonians 1:10 NIV “Have you found Jesus yet?” The man asks Forest Gump in the famous movie. “I didn´t know I was supposed to be looking for Him.” He replies. In his... Continue Reading →
because our gospel came to you not simply with words, but also with power, with the Holy Spirit, and with deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake. 1st Thessalonians 1:5 NIV With many words, they taught her all the doctrines. She was told everything you need to know about... Continue Reading →
For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, 1st Thessalonians 1:4 NIV It was nearly the last day of a Christian summer camp. The children had done a number of exciting activities like BMX racing and rock-climbing in Yosemite National Park. But this day was special for two young people. ... Continue Reading →
Tell Archippus: "See to it that you complete the work you have received in the Lord." Colossians 4:17 NIV The man was not overly intelligent. When he got a new job, he would learn how to do it. Then he would go on to figure out a cleaner and more efficient way of making... Continue Reading →
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