Just as Jesus instructed His disciples to stay watchful, the Apostle Paul's reminds the Thessalonians to be vigilant as we long for the King's appearing.

In the midst of discouragement, depression, and grief, it's our hopeful anticipation of the return of King Jesus that turns the world upside down.

Paul's instruction to lead a quiet life and mind one's own business is a window into the subversive nature of God's new world. 

Another way that God's people display Messiah's new world is through our Spirit-led bodies. 

Pastor Nate examines the amazing reality that the church family can rejoice in difficult circumstances, because the Spirit of God is still at work and His kingdom is still advancing.