Paul warns of judgment on those who oppose the gospel in 1 Thessalonians 2:15-16. Dr. Carter explores the historical context of AD 49-50 and its relevance today.
Category: Biblical Studies
Lesson 7: The Word of God That Works in Believers — 1 Thessalonians 2:13-14
How does the Word of God effectually work in believers? Dr. Carter explores 1 Thessalonians 2:13-14 on receiving Scripture by faith and suffering for the gospel.
Lesson 6: Called into His Kingdom and Glory — 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12
Paul calls believers to walk worthy of God's kingdom and glory in 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12. Discover what glory means and how Christians shine like stars.
Five Things the Early Church Can Teach Us Today
The early church faced challenges remarkably similar to our own. Their faithfulness offers timeless lessons for believers seeking to live out their faith today.
Lesson 5: Shepherding with a Tender Heart — 1 Thessalonians 2:7-9
Paul shifts from boldness to tenderness in 1 Thessalonians 2:7-9, modeling pastoral care as a nursing mother and laboring day and night as a tent maker.
Lesson 4: Leading from the Fire — 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6
Paul defends his ministry integrity in 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6, answering accusations of deceit and greed with boldness forged through suffering at Philippi.
Lesson 3: From Idols to the Living God — 1 Thessalonians 1:6-10
Discover how the Thessalonians turned radically from idols to serve the living God amid persecution, becoming a model of faith for all believers.
Lesson 2: When the Church Gets It Right — 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5
Paul opens 1 Thessalonians with thanksgiving and assurance of election. Explore the triad of faith, love, and hope and why the gospel came in power.