Using the Lord's name in vain is more than just swearing.  One also does not claim a relationship that they do not have.  That is also a sin.

The need for others to petition God, ask others to pray for you.  Pray for the Gospel to spread, protection from evil.  Prayer counts on God's strength & faithfulness.

John 3:5-8; Matthew 3:1-2, 4-9; Mark 1:1-4, 8; Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 4:1-; Acts 16:31-34; 1 Peter 3:21-22.  Baptism does not bring salvation but is a declaration of being saved.  There is a reason for full submersion in water.

Discussion of the seven tenants of Fresh Hope.  A Biblical based support group for those with a mental health diagnosis.  Mental health affects approximately 50% of Americans.  However, it also affects those around them.

Thankful to God for His calling of the Thessalonians.  Salvation is the great paradox taught in Scripture.   The reminder that God's calling into salvation comes through the Gospel which results in sharing in the glory of Christ.  The benediction is even about God.

It may seem the end is near but there will be definite signs.  Matt. 24:4-8.  The lawless one is a type of anti-Christ.  There are consequences for loving sin.  

Be wary of those that entice to sin.  The end result of those that sin.  The pursuit of wisdom, it is a treasure to be sought.   It does not come through intuition but through diligence in seeking God's Word.  

Jesus shepherds us throughout each day.  He shepherds us all of the days of our lives.
Ps. 23: 1-2 - Childhood - Protection & Provision
Ps. 23: 3 - Youth - Direction & Discipline
Ps. 23:4-5 - Adulthood - Years of Challenge
Ps. 23:6 - Years of Maturity - Evaluation, Reorganization, & Preparation

Jesus' return to earth is still future.  There will also be events that happen before He comes again.  There is a "man of lawlessness" or the anti-christ that is mentioned.  He will sit on the temple of God as if he were God.  Daniel 9:23-27 & Matt. 24:15-22 are also discussed.

Eschatology is the basis for standing firm in the future.  There is also a prayer to be counted worthy of our calling.  The present life of a believer should reflect the future reality.