Closing Thoughts

1 Corinthians 15:58

1 Corinthians 15:58 “Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.”

therefore- Paul is writing in view of the return of Christ and its implications

echoed by Peter in 2 Peter 3:11–13 “11 Since all these things are thus to be dissolved, what sort of people ought you to be in lives of holiness and godliness, 12 waiting for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be set on fire and dissolved, and the heavenly bodies will melt as they burn! 13 But according to his promise we are waiting for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells.”

Answer

Steadfast, immovable- firm, unwavering, gift of stubbornness

abounding… view life through the lens of Christ being your everything

not in vain- though we may not see the result in this life, the effort is still worth it

1 Corinthians 16:13

1 Corinthians 16:13 “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.”

watchful- don’t be ignorant. don’t be sheeple. be aware of your surroundings and be intentional about your response

guard sound doctrine

develop your devotional life

proper perspective of your vocation

stand.firm.in the faith.- not passive, non-compromising

strong- no other option given.

Who is the greatest example of this kind of strength, JESUS!

1 Corinthians 16:17-18

1 Corinthians 16:17–18 “I rejoice at the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus, because they have made up for your absence, for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. Give recognition to such people.”

Servants Board

Amy- children’s church and my best friend

Emma, Brethyn, LleAuni, Myelle- worship team and children’s church

Nursery Workers- raise hands

Audio/Visual techs- Jediah, Steve, Joseph, Marshall