It's a wonderful thing to receive good news from afar. Timothy was sent to Thessalonica to check on this infant church, and when he returned, it led to great rejoicing in the heart of the apostle Paul.

In our modern world, we can take for granted that even those who live miles away, are at screen tap away from contact. In this chapter, we will learn about a "Not So Instant Messaging, as Paul receives a message concerning the status of the church.

Welcome to the introduction the man known as the greatest of prophets: Elijah.

When we travel either to a college, for business or for whatever reason, despite how necessary the travel may be, we always miss those whom we leave behind. Listen in and see how Paul describes his fond memories of this church and his desire to see them.

Some visits are just too short. That is the sentiment that Paul, Silas and Timothy are trying to express to this church in Thessalonica. Therefore, Paul is going to remind this church, that despite its brevity, the visit of these three men was amazing.

Can you imagine a church being planted after a 3-week missions trip? Welcome to the church in Thessalonika.

Undoubtably, Timothy's giftedness and experience were going to be put to the test here in Ephesus. And, as much as Timothy could have wished that the task would come easier, it wouldn't. Therefore, Paul leaves his son in the faith with a reminder to fight

The northern kingdom, which was given such a great opportunity, instead continues to spiral downward through a path of jealousies, rivalries, fightings and wars, all centered around false worship.

We all know that the goal in life is not to acquire more "stuff", yet if we're honest with ourselves, we are somewhat convinced that more is the answer. Listen in to discover True Contentment.

The age of the kings can also be described as the age of the prophets. Listen in to an unusual account between two prophets during the reign of Jeroboam, king of Israel.