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Sounding Forth – 1 Thessalonians 1:8-10

· The Extension of the Gospel (vs. 8)

o Not only were the Thessalonian believer’s examples, but they were also the source of Gospel proclamation wherever their faith was spoken of.

o It was not the Apostles declaring this message, but rather the testimony of the Thessalonian believer’s lives which was spreading.

· The Content of their Testimony (vs. 9-10)

o The genuine reception of the message and messengers despite affliction.

o The transformational conversion leading to abandonment of idols and service of the Lord.

o The expectant purpose that motivated perseverance and readiness.

Gospel Evidence - 1 Thess 1:4-6

· The Delivery of the Gospel (vs. 5a)

o The message was not simply a well crafted argument.

o The gospel is the power of God.

o Effectiveness is a result of the Spirit’s work.

o The gospel must be portrayed and received with complete confidence.

· The Reception of the Gospel (vs. 5b-6)

o The Thessalonian believers evidenced their belief by imitating the faith of the Apostles.

o Ultimately, the Apostles and the believers were imitating Christ.

Christ Centered Home

 Parenting is __________________________

o Children are an __________________that is entrusted to families by God. (Psalm 127:3)

o God gives parents the responsibility to____________, ___________and ______________the children God entrusts them.

 Parenting is ___________________________

o Biblical training sets a course and direction for children through teaching and______________. (Eph. 6:4)

o Ultimately, a child’s success will come through a personally ______________love of God. (Deut. 6:5)

nified in Commitment – Ezra 3:1-7

“…as it is written..” (vs. 2, 4)

· Commitment to success through God’s support

o Despite the great task and their concerns, the Jew’s first sought God’s support through worship and sacrifice.

o Successful results are secondary to successfully following God’s strategy.

· Commitment to responsibilities and blessings of the covenant

o The Jews showed a commitment to the sacrifices and festivals that set them apart as the people of God.

o Our Identity is first and foremost as a child of God and a disciple of Christ.