October 28, 2025

In today’s passage, Paul shifted his focus from concern to intercession. He prayed that the Thessalonian believers would grow in love and be established in holiness before God. What sets the child of God apart from the world is not superiority, but a calling to walk...

October 27, 2025

After expressing his deep concern for the Thessalonian believers, Paul reminded them that trials and afflictions should not be a surprise—they are part of the Christian journey. In fact, he had warned them in advance that suffering would come. But rather than...

October 24, 2025

When the apostle Paul was forced to leave Thessalonica under pressure after only a few weeks, his heart remained with the young believers he had to leave behind. Though separated by distance, he was deeply concerned for their spiritual well-being. In his first letter...

October 23, 2025

The Thessalonians endured fierce persecution for their faith in Jesus, but their eternal hope in Christ gave them the strength to stand firm with joy. That same hope should stir our hearts today—not only to persevere in trials, but to boldly share the Gospel with...

October 22, 2025

Paul was deeply moved that the Thessalonians received his message not as mere human words, but as the very word of God. That faith had a powerful, transforming effect—giving them strength to endure persecution with unwavering joy. Paul cherished them deeply, calling...

October 21, 2025

Just as a mother helps her young child to feel secure, the cross provides believers with security and comfort. Like a father, the cross challenges us, for Jesus told us to take up our crosses and follow Him. In other words, just as a mother provides security and a...