1 Corinthians 3:18-23

1 Thessalonians 2:7-8

Using the metaphor of a nursing mother, the passage emphasizes that gospel ministry should be marked by tender care and loving sacrifice.

1 Thessalonians 2:5-6

Biblical spiritual leadership requires avoiding sinful heart motivations that result in manipulating people, indulging self, and craving attention.

1 Thessalonians 2:1-4

Psalms 39:1-13

Luke 19:1-10

Behind the occasion of any conversion—whether ordinary or extraordinary—is always an extraordinary Savior, who came to seek and to save the lost, like Zacchaeus.

1 Thessalonians 1:10

Longing for the Lord to return is evidence of salvation and spiritual health. And the resurrection of Jesus is the ground for the return of Jesus.

1 Thessalonians 1:8-9

A healthy church is known for its mission-mindedness, as well as it evidence of true repentance.

1 Thessalonians 1:5-7

A healthy church can be recognized by its commitment to preaching and applying the truth. One way this will be manifested is joyfulness in suffering.

1 Thessalonians 1:4

Christians are the chosen and beloved by God, and thus part of a family of other chosen and loved ones. This is our identity.