When the Word is Heard

When the Word is Heard

Text: 1 Thessalonians 2:13 (NIV)13 And we also thank God continually because, when you received the word of God, which you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men, but as it actually is, the word of God, which is at work in you who believe.

I.        Introduction:

II.      The Reception of God’s Word: Accept Its Delivery

A.      A Word Given From God

B.      A Word Given Through Men

III.   The Perception of God’s Word: Recognize It’s Source

A.      Not As Man’s Invention

B.      Truly As God’s Proclamation

IV.    The Operation of God’s Word: Benefit From Its Work

A.      The Inner Operation of God’s Word

B.      The Grateful Recognition of God’s Work

V.      Conclusion: