As we are all called to do the work of ministry, Paul gives us three markers that define whether our work is good and pleasing to God: do we walk the talk, do we fear God, and do we actually care?

The gospel radically changes us within, so what is the evidence of such a changed life? Paul commends the Thessalonian church as a model of gospel transformation.

The doctrine of election can be difficult, but God’s choice is a good thing. His selection is specific, powerful, and motivated by love, leading to thanksgiving and glory and praise.

The Christian gospel is salvation by grace through faith, but that which makes us alive in Christ must also produce faith that works, love that labors, and hope that endures.

Join us as we start a new series through 1 Thessalonians! In verse 1, Paul, Silvanus (Silas), and Timothy write to a young church explaining what they need to continue to live and grow together as people who have come together in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

How should we as Christians relate to our parents? To children and adults alike, the fifth commandment to honor our parents still applies for our good today.

As our stewardship series culminates in a special Sunday of giving, the Bible teaches us that the right heart attitude is to worship humbly, to give freely, and to trust in the sovereignty and the goodness of God.

When have been entrusted with God's property to steward. With the one who is faithful, God will be pleased, but one's laziness may reveal the reality of a heart far from God.

Our lives should be characterized by profound generosity when we understand the principle of harvest, the perspective of cheerfulness, the promise of God's abundant grace, and the product of worship.

What shall we do? John the Baptist explains to the crowds that true repentance must result in true transformation, bearing the good fruits of stewardship, generosity, integrity, and contentment.