1 Thessalonians 1:4

Paul was thankful for God’s sovereign choice of the ones in Thessalonica who believed the gospel. This statement surfaces the biblical doctrine of election.

1 Thessalonians 1:2-3

The Thessalonians gave clear confirmation of their saving faith — they were known for their active faith, their tireless love, and their enduring hope. And the Apostle Paul gave thanks to God for those evidenced.

1 Thessalonians 1:1

In the short salutation, we find the very heart of the gospel.

Philippians 3:4-8

Anything we trust in for salvation besides Christ alone will never cause God to accept us.

Matthew 6:25-34

Jesus provides the antidote for anxiety, that His children are to self-administer.

Hosea 7:1-16

Hosea uses four creative images that help us see sin from God’s perspective.

Hosea 5:1-15

1 Corinthians 1:1-9

2 Corinthians 4:7-12

Though the gospel is a treasure of inestimable value, those who proclaim it are relatively unimportant by comparison.

2 Corinthians 4:1-6

A valid New Covenant ministry is distinct from the self-focused ministries that deceive, manipulate, coerce, and abuse people.