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Background
Written by Paul
Thessalonica was a port city.
This brought different cultures and religions and thoughts constantly coming to the forefront for these people.
Paul and Silas established the church at Thessalonica Acts 17:1-12
This letter was written not long after this event happened in Acts.
Between 47-54 AD
In this letter, Paul encourages the Thessalonians to continue their godly example and spreading of the gospel through their region.
He also recognizes the hardship and opposition due to their commitment of the gospel.
Chapter 2
Our intent should not be
Impure
Deceptive
People pleasing
Greedy
Flattering
glory seeking
Our intent should be
gentle
caring
lived-out
devoutly
righteously
blamelessly
encouraging
comforting
imploring
Application
This is a difficult one for me personally.
The idea that we are to please God not people is a game changer though as it causes us to look at the big picture and not be concerned as much with worldly things.
God entrusts each of us with the gospel.
That is the great commission.
In response to that commission we need to speak in order to please God.
What is the most challenging part of living out the great commission for you?
Paul didn’t only share the gospel with people, but his life.
This is a vital step in us forming relationships and becoming more successful in gospel conversations.
This helps us relate to people.
This is another form of practical gospel sharing.
What are some things we can do to share our life with people?
Persecution
Verse 13 supports my previous claims that when we share Christ in the way outlined earlier it is not a human message, but as it truly is, the word of God.
In verse 14 Paul affirms that the Thessalonians were not the only ones that were being persecuted, but they joined the other churches of Judea in it.
You are not alone in your persecution.
Why is it important to know that you are not alone in your persecution?
Verse 15 Paul references the Jews and for the first time in the bible points blame at them for the death of Jesus.
He also brings up the Jews killing OT prophets who were their fellow Jews.
The pattern Paul shows is rejection of the message first, then persecution of the messenger.
Why is important to know Jesus was hated first?
If God’s son came down and would die for you, then why would you not be willing to make the sacrifice and be hated for him?
Understanding that God is with you in persecution is key
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