Welcome to The Preached Word. In today's message from 1 Thessalonians 5:25–28, we explore a seemingly disconnected series of commands—a request for prayer, an exhortation to greet, a solemn charge to read the epistle, and a final benediction. Join us as we discover the rich, unifying theme of The Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, which not only connects these duties but makes the Christian life and all our service possible.

Welcome to The Preached Word. Today, we delve into the shortest chapter of the Bible, Psalm 117, to discover the believer's enduring duty to praise the Lord. Dr. Frank Walker will unpack how this psalm not only establishes our call to worship but also prophetically grounds the church's worldwide missionary endeavor in the greatness of God's covenantal love and his unchanging truth.

Welcome to The Preached Word. Today, we turn to Paul's first written benediction, which we find in 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24, to uncover the glorious, sovereign work of God's grace. We'll clear away theological fog to understand how the God of peace himself sanctifies and preserves the whole believer, standing against the errors of sinless perfectionism and trichotomy, all by the faithfulness and perfect righteousness of Jesus Christ.

Today on The Preached Word, we turn our attention to 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22, a passage often misinterpreted in the modern church regarding spiritual gifts. We will carefully examine Paul's command not to "quench the Spirit" or "despise prophecies," grounding our understanding in careful exegesis and the broader context of God's Word. Join us as we seek the true meaning of testing all things and holding fast to sound doctrine, essential marks of a faithful Christian.

Welcome to The Preached Word. When the world demands an eye for an eye (literally), the apostle Paul gives us a radical command: "See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone." Today, we explore 1 Thessalonians 5:15–18, where Paul grounds our response to unjust suffering—not in retaliation, but in the sovereign will of God through constant rejoicing, prayer, and thanksgiving. Join us as we consider the life of complete reliance upon our heavenly Father.

Welcome to The Preached Word. In an age in which the modern church often tries to apply a one-size-fits-all program to its members, the apostle Paul provides clear, distinct and necessary guidance for true biblical ministry. In this message, we dive into 1 Thessalonians 5:14, outlining the church's divine call to "warn the unruly, comfort the faint-hearted, support the weak, and be patient toward all men," as we seek to build God's kingdom and glorify Him.

Welcome to The Preached Word. In a time when individualism and worldly influence have led to a sad devaluation of church leadership, we must return to the clear mandate of Scripture. Today, we turn to 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 to consider the vital, God-ordained relationship between the congregation and those who are called to labor among you and be over you in the Lord.

Welcome to The Preached Word. In a world that insists salvation must be earned, we turn to 1 Thessalonians 5:7–11 to anchor our souls in the glorious, humbling truth: God has sovereignly appointed His elect not to wrath, but to everlasting life through Christ alone. Join us as we explore the nature of this divine election and the transformed, vigilant life expected of those who are called "sons of the day."

Welcome to the Preached Word. While many attempt to pierce the veil of God's sovereignty by setting a date for the Second Coming, the apostle Paul calls us to a grounded and sober eschatology in 1 Thessalonians 5:1–6. Join us as we explore the biblical tension between the unexpectedness of the Lord's return ("as a thief in the night") and the glorious, appointed *long wait* for the gathering of the elect, and what it means to be found faithfully working until that Day.

Welcome to the Preached Word. Today, we turn to the trustworthy promises of God's Word in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 to find assurance in the face of death. Join us as we explore how Christ's finished work has removed the curse of sin, transforming a believer's death from a dreaded end into a blessed and glorious passage into the presence of the Lord. We will contemplate the great comfort of the resurrection and the complete, everlasting bliss secured for all who are in Christ.