Message: “Living for Christ” from Matt Chapin
Matt Chapin - June 9, 2024
Living for Christ
1 Thessalonians calls believers to live holy, productive lives pleasing to God, driven by hope in Christ's return, even amidst hardship, by focusing on faith, love, and perseverance, making their daily conduct an inspiring example to others, working diligently, abstaining from immorality, and living peacefully to earn respect and show God's grace.
From Series: "1 Thessalonians: The Expectant Church"
1 Thessalonians portrays the "Expectant Church" as a community defined by active faith, patient endurance, and fervent hope for Jesus' imminent return, even amidst persecution, characterized by their "work of faith, labor of love, and steadfastness of hope". They live holy, counter-cultural lives, motivated by the resurrection of Christ, learning to handle grief and conflict with grace, and preparing for the Kingdom by living alertly, encouraging one another, honoring leaders, and praying constantly until Christ comes to gather them in a glorious, decisive event.
