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Bottom Line: Forward-thinking will result in holy living.
A. Forward-Thinking: Christ Will Come
1. It will be unexpected
1 Thessalonians 5:1-3 NIV
2. Pursue Godliness
1 Thessalonians 5:4-8 NIV
a. Do not be found sleeping
b. Be watchful
c. Be self-controlled
d. Put on faith, hope, and love
3. Motivation to Pursue Godliness
1 Thessalonians 5:9-11 NIV
B. Forward-Thinking: For the Church
1. Behavior toward pastors
1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 NIV
a. Pastors are called to teach, edify, and build up.
b. Pastors are called to equip themselves to have a dynamic witness and reach out.
c. Pastors are called to organize and minister to the needs of the poor and hurting.
2. Behavior toward each other
a. Make peace with each other
“Live in peace with each other.” 1 Thessalonians 5:13b (NIV)
b. Warn the troublemakers
“And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive,”
c. Encourage the downtrodden
"...encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone.”
1 Thessalonians 5:14 (NIV)
d. Be genuine caregivers
1 Thessalonians 5:15 NIV
3. Behavior towards God
a. Don't worry, be happy
“Rejoice always,” 1 Thessalonians 5:16 (NIV)
b. Pray always
“Pray continually,” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NIV)
c. Always give thanks
1 Thessalonians 5:18-19 NIV
d. Use Christ as the cornerstone
1 Thessalonians 5:20-22 NIV
C. Forward-Thinking: Our Results
1 Thessalonians 5:23-26 NIV
1. The presence of the God of peace
2. Set apart
3. Blameless on the Day of the Lord
4. The assurance of God
Revelation 1:5 NIV
D. Forward-Thinking: How?
1. Does this matter?
2. Are you prepared?
3. Where could you improve in your thinking towards each other?
4. Where could you improve in your thinking toward God?
Giving & Attendance Update
Giving last Sunday: 90% of goal
Giving year to date: 88% of goal
Attendance last Sunday: 1925
Salvations to date: 187 | Baptisms to date: 25