Our lives are eternal. We will exist forever one way or another. The Christian faith has a very important core belief, Jesus Christ will someday return to earth to gather those who have believed in Him. The question is, are you ready for that moment? The Apostle Paul wrote two letters to his friends in Thessalonica so they would be prepared when Jesus returns. The second letter offered insight into how to definitely BE READY for the second coming.
February 13 | Grow in Faith
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One of the great things about these Thessalonian Christ-followers was their growing faith and love for one another. How does that growing faith happen? What is the evidence that I’m someone who has truly connected with Christ, received His grace and is living the life He designed me to live? To prepare, read 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12.
February 20 | Know the Truth
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There are a lot of people who don’t believe in the Christian faith. Paul describes one man in particular who will come to our world to intentionally deceive us. He will try to lead followers away from their faith as well as encourage people to resist and reject the truth about Jesus. How can I make sure I know the truth and persevere through pressure to give up? To prepare, read 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12
February 27 | Stand For Right
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When a person becomes a follower of Jesus, they have the opportunity to experience something called “sanctification.” It’s what God’s Holy Spirit does in our spirit to prepare and purify us to stand faithful in living our lives by the Lord’s commands. This ability to stand up against temptation and cultural pressure is important as you face that day of Christ’s return. To prepare, read 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17.
March 6 | Pray for Power
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Throughout Paul’s second letter to his Thessalonian friends, he talks about his deep desire for them to be fully prepared for that moment when Jesus returns. He repeatedly references how he is praying for them and how he needs them to pray for him as they all face powerful opposition to their faith. How can I pray in a way that gives me power to resist evil and power to influence others to believe in Jesus? To prepare, read 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5.
March 13 | Work for Life
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When Jesus returns, what will he find you prioritizing in this life? Do you live your life to be served or do you value working so your needs and the needs of others are met through your sincere efforts? Paul tells us how important it is to associate with people who share your faith, share your values and share your passion to work hard in this life for Jesus’ glory. To prepare, read 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18.
