A QUESTION OF DISTINCTIVENESS

The distinctive nature of God’s people is found not in their religiosity, piety, or the knowledge of scripture but the love that they have one for another. Matthew 5:43-48

A QUESTION OF PURPOSE

While it is from nothing (grace) that we have been saved it is not for nothing. Matthew 5:13-16

THE CHOICES BEFORE YOU

Deuteronomy 30. Free-will exercised toward the paths of righteousness is one of the most God-honoring of all freedoms, but it does require that choices be made.

A PRAYER FOR YOU

Even in the shadow of the cross and his own death, Jesus is thinking of you and the ongoing work of the Father. John 17

A CHURCH WITH DIRECTION

The title is a play off of verse 5. Paul's desire is for the heart of the church at Thessalonica to be directed to the love of God and steadfastness in Christ. This doesn't just happen in the life of a congregation. From the passage we can glean some things that are necessary for this to become a reality. 2 Thessalonians 3

KEEPING YOUR COMPOSURE

While many frantically speculate regarding the future return of our Lord, our focus should be in the moment. II Thessalonians 2

PRAYER: The Means to the End

The end desire of prayer is for a life that points to the Father and brings glory to him. II Thessalonians 1: 11-12