An Introduction to 1 Thessalonians
Speaker: Tom Hopewell Series: 1 Thessalonians Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1
I. The Setting of the Letter
A. Author
B. Date
C. Occasion
II. The Subject of the Letter
A. An apologetic theme
B. An ecclesiastical theme
C. A pastoral theme
D. An eschatological theme
E. A missionary theme
III. The Start of the Letter
A. Grace
B. Peace
Next Steps:
The Gospel is the core message of the church.
God uses people to communicate the Gospel.
Satan still opposes the Gospel and persecutes God’s people.
The Grace of the Gospel needs to grip our minds, our words, and our actions.
Practice the Peace of the Gospel throughout your days and nights!
other sermons in this series
Oct 20
2013
A Benediction for the Church
Speaker: Tom Hopewell Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23–28 Series: 1 Thessalonians
Oct 13
2013
Instructions for the Church
Speaker: Tom Hopewell Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16–22 Series: 1 Thessalonians
Oct 6
2013
Instructions for the Believer
Speaker: Tom Hopewell Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12–15 Series: 1 Thessalonians