Paul shares how the gospel came to the Thessalonians and the effect it had on them. We’ll look at how the Gospel provides Power, Purpose, and Promise.

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In last week’s study we saw further erosion in Saul’s life where he placed a greater dependency on himself than he did on the Lord. Continuing on in our study tonight we’ll see more flaws show up in Saul’s life.

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In this passage Paul expresses gratitude for the Thessalonian church for their steadfastness. We’ll look at how they’ve been grounded in grace, are growing in Godliness, and have been guided by the gospel.

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Pastor Kevin Cavanaugh teaches why it’s critically important for parents and grandparents to teach their children a biblical worldview in today’s age.

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Jonathan was willing to take it one step at a time and let God’s plan unfold regardless of the cost he might have to pay.

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In Ruth 3-4 redemptive love is on full display as the story of Ruth and Boaz come to a completion with Boaz receiving Ruth as his wife. And we see how God was so wonderfully at work in bringing them together and bringing about a greater blessing than could have been imagined.

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In the second chapter of Ruth we see the initial stages of the Boaz and Ruth relationship, which is all by God’s providence. We see Boaz’s gracious protection and provision which leads to the promise of redemption to come.

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As we continue on in our study, we’ll see the character flaws start to unfold which led to Saul’s downfall. It doesn’t matter how you begin, it matters how you finish. And Saul’s is a life of squandered potential.

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The passage narrates Ruth’s courageous decision to follow her mother-in-law

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Christians have confidence that the end result for every believer is heaven. What a difference our outlook becomes when we focus on the uplook.

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