2 Thessalonians: Waiting
Nov. 23: A Wealth of Generosity
Ben teaches from 2 Corinthians 8 about how the gospel transforms our motive for giving, from duty to joy.
Readings from this service:
2 Corinthians 8: 1-9, 9: 6-8
Psalm 136: 1-3, 23-27
Matthew 6: 25-31…
Nov. 16: Peace, Grace & Company
Alex explains how, under persecution, pressure, and poverty, we can find peace.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 3: 16-18
Psalm 29: 1-2, 9-10
John 20: 19-22…
Nov. 9: Working Quietly
Paul shows how the Gospel transforms our disordered view of work, bringing order and peace to our chaos.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 3: 6-15
Psalm 127: 1-3
Matthew 25: 14-30…
Nov. 2: Protection from Evil
Alex examines why bad things happen to believers.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 3: 1-5
Psalm 121: 5-8
John 17: 6-15…
Oct. 26: Experiencing the Good News
As Paul reminds the Thessalonians, we can stand firm in faith because the Gospel is God’s work from beginning to end.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 2: 13-17
Psalm 90: 13-17
John 14: 16-19…
Oct. 19: Stand Firm
Paul encourages the Thessalonians to stand firm persecution by remembering that they are chosen and beloved by God.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 2: 13-17
Psalm 16: 6-11
John 17: 20-24…
Oct. 12: The End Is Not Obvious (to others)
Alex identifies six reasons why people might not see the signs of the end of the world but why it is not yet too late.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 2: 7-12
Psalm 10: 4-6, 12-13
Matthew 12: 22-29…
October 5: The End Is Obvious (to some)
Alex examines two key signs that preempt the end of the world.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 2: 1-6
Psalm 22: 27-28
Mark 13: 3-23…
Sept. 28: Waiting for Judgment
Ben wrestles with the truth of God’s justice and explains how the doctrine of hell magnifies the cross.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 1: 5-12
Psalm 11: 4-7
Matthew 25: 31-46…
Sept. 21: Waiting for God When Times Are Hard
Alex discusses how to live and even bless our persecutors when we are afflicted for our faith.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 1: 3-4
Psalm 84: 5-13
Luke 17: 5-6…
