On Easter Sunday, our sermon reminded us of the encouragement we all need in every season of life. Rooted in Hebrews 12:1-3, the message focused on keeping our eyes on Jesus—the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. Our pastor shared how the faithful believers of the Old Testament never saw Jesus, yet they remained steadfast. And now, we have the incredible privilege of knowing the risen Savior. What a reason to be encouraged and to keep running our race with our eyes fixed on Him.
THIS WEEK'S SCRIPTURE
3 THESSALONIANS 1:1-2
THIS WEEK'S GUIDES
READ
2 Thessalonians 1:1-12
CONSIDER
In 2 Thessalonians 1:3–4, Paul commends the Thessalonians for their growing faith and increasing love. What does this teach us about what truly matters in a Christian community?
Verses 5–10 describe both the encouragement of the faithful and the judgment of the wicked. How should the certainty of Jesus' return and final judgment shape our view of both personal discipleship and corporate mission?
Paul connects perseverance in suffering with being “counted worthy of the kingdom of God” (v. 5). How does suffering refine readiness for Christ’s return rather than diminish it?
Verse 11 speaks of God fulfilling "every resolve for good and every work of faith by His power." How does divine empowerment interplay with human responsibility in spiritual readiness?
How does Paul's emphasis on communal growth in faith and love (rather than individual achievement) reshape our understanding of preparation for Christ’s return?
Are your “resolves for good” and “works of faith” driven by a dependence on God's power, or by human effort and pride?
If Christ were to evaluate the readiness of your faith and love today, would His commendation resemble that given to the Thessalonians? Why or why not?
Follow-up: How might the answer to the question above shape your week?
PRAY
Lord, teach us through your Word and one another what it means to be a community flourishing in faith and growing in love.
READ
2 Thessalonians 1:1-12
CONSIDER
In 2 Thessalonians 1:3–4, Paul commends the Thessalonians for their growing faith and increasing love. What does this teach us about what truly matters in a Christian community?
Verses 5–10 describe both the encouragement of the faithful and the judgment of the wicked. How should the certainty of Jesus' return and final judgment shape our view of both personal discipleship and corporate mission?
Paul connects perseverance in suffering with being “counted worthy of the kingdom of God” (v. 5). How does suffering refine readiness for Christ’s return rather than diminish it?
Verse 11 speaks of God fulfilling "every resolve for good and every work of faith by His power." How does divine empowerment interplay with human responsibility in spiritual readiness?
How does Paul's emphasis on communal growth in faith and love (rather than individual achievement) reshape our understanding of preparation for Christ’s return?
Are your “resolves for good” and “works of faith” driven by a dependence on God's power, or by human effort and pride?
If Christ were to evaluate the readiness of your faith and love today, would His commendation resemble that given to the Thessalonians? Why or why not?
Follow-up: How might the answer to the question above shape your week?
PRAY
Lord, teach us through your Word and one another what it means to be a community flourishing in faith and growing in love.
READ
2 Thessalonians 1:1-12
CONSIDER
In 2 Thessalonians 1:3–4, Paul commends the Thessalonians for their growing faith and increasing love. What does this teach us about what truly matters in a Christian community?
Verses 5–10 describe both the encouragement of the faithful and the judgment of the wicked. How should the certainty of Jesus' return and final judgment shape our view of both personal discipleship and corporate mission?
Paul connects perseverance in suffering with being “counted worthy of the kingdom of God” (v. 5). How does suffering refine readiness for Christ’s return rather than diminish it?
Verse 11 speaks of God fulfilling "every resolve for good and every work of faith by His power." How does divine empowerment interplay with human responsibility in spiritual readiness?
How does Paul's emphasis on communal growth in faith and love (rather than individual achievement) reshape our understanding of preparation for Christ’s return?
Are your “resolves for good” and “works of faith” driven by a dependence on God's power, or by human effort and pride?
If Christ were to evaluate the readiness of your faith and love today, would His commendation resemble that given to the Thessalonians? Why or why not?
Follow-up: How might the answer to the question above shape your week?
PRAY
Lord, teach us through your Word and one another what it means to be a community flourishing in faith and growing in love.