Sermons About 1-thessalonians
We Study Because We Want to Be...
[This is really part one...part two will take place, Lord willing, on 12/6] Why are some passages in the Bible a point of so much controversy and disagreement? Could it be because we focus on the wrong things? It is humbling to see how, far too often, we focus on the wrong things in life - albeit with good intentions. It is also humbling to see how much "baggage" we can bring to the biblical text. Is there a solution? Are we to merely agree to disagree?
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We Study to Remain Faithful
As children begin to grow up, parents have many questions. The most important question ought to be - "Will they remain faithful?" In 1 Thessalonians it is clear to see "this church" was a great one...yet Paul was still concerned that they remain faithful. Why? Because, "It is for the faith and the faithfulness of others that we exist as the Body of Christ." (quote by Shawn Lindsay of Ozark Christian College - guest preacher this morning; Ozark is a mission New Life supports regularly).
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We Study Because We Love Jesus
People who love Jesus love the Church because 'she' is His body. As we all know, churches (i.e., local congregations) are made up of imperfect people...so relationships are difficult. Yet we are called to be at peace with one another. That command (it is not a suggestion but a command) raises a slew of questions. One question is, "How can someone be at peace with others if they are not at peace within their own person?"
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We Study to Be Equipped
Certain things in life are inevitable. Every year at this time we are forced into a time change. For some it is inevitable that sleep will be disrupted for a while – yet that is minor. Death is another part of life on earth that is inevitable – but it is not minor. No matter how long we have to “prepare” for the death of someone we know…it is not enough. Nothing can prepare us for no longer being able to say “hello” to someone, or being unable to feel a familiar touch. How should a Christian handle death? What does this passage in 1 Thessalonians have to say about the issue? What does this passage in 1 Thessalonians not say?
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The Promise that Makes all the Difference-Part II
In this series from 1 Thessalonians, we are taking a fresh look at what it means to be the church. It has vital implications for all of us at First, Woodway.
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The Promise that Makes all the Difference
In this series from 1Thessalonians, we are taking a fresh look at what it means to be the church. It has vital implications for all of us at First Woodway.
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God's Will for You: Two Pieces of the Puzzle
In this series from 1 Thessalonians, we are taking a fresh look at what it means to be the church. It has vital implications for all of us at First, Woodway.
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The Beginning of Healing (Series Introduction)
In this message Pastor Jeremy speaks about healing through community and the benefits of small groups. Pastor Jeremy teaches us the importance of acceptance, attention, affection and being honest. He mentions that we need the support of others because we cannot heal on our own, and by joining small groups we can encourage each others healing and commitment to faith.
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We Study to Assist the Working of God - Part 1
Please note this is a two part sermon... Paul brought a great deal of comfort to the Christians in Thessalonica with this letter. Yet one way in which comfort was brought to the Thessalonians (their lives proved it, as did their suffering) should startle us in America. We don't suffer for being Christians here (outside of extremely isolated instances). What has the church throughout the history of the world endured? What do many endure today? We ignore the plight of our brothers and sisters in Christ to the detriment of the Kingdom.
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We Study to Assist the Working of God - Part 2
Please note this is a two part sermon... Paul brought a great deal of comfort to the Christians in Thessalonica with this letter. Yet one way in which comfort was brought to the Thessalonians (their lives proved it, as did their suffering) should startle us in America. We don't suffer for being Christians here (outside of extremely isolated instances). What has the church throughout the history of the world endured? What do many endure today? We ignore the plight of our brothers and sisters in Christ to the detriment of the Kingdom.
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