Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians challenges us to change our perspective on persecution and joy. We read in the previous lesson about Paul’s example: a life lived with integrity, courage, and fear of God. Not as an unattainable ideal, but as the natural fruit of a life transformed by the gospel. In the midst of…
In 1 Thessalonians 2, we read what we might consider a monologue very focused on Paul’s example. Out of context, it could indeed seem that way, but when we look at what we have read and studied in previous lessons, we confirm that this chapter is far from that. In his words, rather than drawing…
As we continue getting to know this church, we notice that the testimony of the Thessalonians is one we should pay attention to. Both to understand what Paul is teaching and to be encouraged to grow in our spiritual lives. We saw that Paul has three reasons for gratitude that we’ll see over and over…
We live in a noisy culture of constant rushing and productivity. However, God’s Word invites us to aspire to a quiet life, one that is achieved through simple biblical principles. Although we give in to the impulses to produce and often measure a “successful” life by how busy we are or how many things we…
We have reached the end of our study of the book of Esther and it’s time for us to see our life under God’s sovereignty.
Get ready, because in this lesson we will study Esther 8-10, we will see the outcome of Esther’s story, and even more how God’s Plan and His sovereignty are a source of joy, truth and rejoicing for us who trust in Him.
