Work to the End
2 Thessalonians 3
Work of faith (vv.1-5)
Purposeful work (vv.6-13)
You are not alone (vv.14-18)
Live to the End
2 Thessalonians 2
Stand firm in living (vv. 1-7)
Stand firm in the power of Jesus (vv. 8-12)
Stand firm in salvation and knowing Jesus (vv. 13-17)
Grow to the End
2 Thessalonians 1
Accept grace and peace from God (vv. 1-2)
Increase in love for people and the church (v. 3)
Hold fast (vv. 4-5)
Trust God with eternal justice (vv. 6-10)
Live worthy of your calling (vv. 11-12)
Growing Through the "In Between" Times of Life
Acts 1:12-26
They lived life together
They prayed constantly
They prepared for the future
Better Together
Acts 2:41-37
Biblical community is devoted
Biblical community is generous and hospitable
Biblical community is contagious
God's Mission and Our Mission
How do we join in God’s mission?
Back - Reflect the Design and Designer (Genesis 1:27-28)
Inward - Be a Blessing (Genesis 12:1-4)
Up - Become a Rescued Worshipper (John 3:16-17)
Outward - Go! (John 20:21 | Matthew 28:19-20)
Forward - Live Hopeful Lifestyles (Revelation 21:1-5)
Becoming a Gospel People
Acts 11:19-26
Gospel Speaking
Gospel Discipling - “walking alongside”
Gospel Teaching
Worship = Obedient Lifestyle
Psalm 100
We worship through music
We worship by adoring God
We worship by serving God
We worship by trusting His heart
We worship by surrendering our will to Him
The Journey Continues: What We Need
1 Peter 5:8-14
The Bottom Line
The one constant on the Journey is Christ. We can count on Him to lead us every step of the way, as He will never leave us or forsake us.
We need protection (v. 8-9a)
We need a disposition
We need to understand the Devil
We need determination
We need perspective (vv. 9b-11)
We need to understand our common experiences
We need to value His intent
We need to embrace the objective: His eternal glory
We need people (vv. 12-14)
We need faithful brothers (and sisters)
We need the Church(es)
We need leaders
We need Christ, and His peace
Final Thought
What do you want Me to do for you? (Mark 10:51)
A Life That Glorifies God
1 Peter 4:1-11
Adopt the attitude of Christ
Abstain from things the world cherishes
Alert yourself that the end is near
Facing Rejection
1 Peter 3:8-22
How do I face a rejecting world?
Do gospel good together (vv. 8-12)
Hope in suffering (vv. 13-17)
Trust Jesus as your Suffering Victor (vv. 18-22)
Moving Toward Maturity
1 Peter 2:1-10
Be in the Word
Build on the Rock
Boldly proclaim the glorious Message
Living the Strange Life
1 Peter 1:13-25
Walk in holiness
Walk in fear of the Lord
Walk with genuine love for others
Hopeful Living in Difficult Days
1 Peter 1:1-12
Remember your true identity
Be mindful of your full inheritance
Stand firm in your faith…
…through intaking the truths and promises of God’s Word