The church at Thessalonica was freaked out about the end of days. Paul assures them of the return of Christ and then prepares them to live in the reality of His return.
The church at Thessalonica is first encouraged about the good job they are doing demonstrating brotherly love. Next, they are encouraged to keep going by: living quietly, minding their own business, work with their hands, walk properly, and being dependent on no one.
In Psalm 119, the Psalmist uses 176 verses on a single subject: the beauty and benefits of God’s word. The Psalmist’s goal is the same as our goal for Edgewater; to be a Church who approaches scripture seeking its greatest benefit.
What is the Old Testament about? The repetition of sin and failure can get monotonous and confusing. What is the goal? What is the solution? How can a people be changed? Zephaniah gives us the heart of the message of the Old Testament.
Bible Text: Acts 26:12-18; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Psalm 139:23-24; Colossians 1:13; Psalm 32:1; Isaiah 1:18; Lamentations 3:22-23; Galatians 4:6; Romans 8:15; Jude 24; Romans 4:18, Hebrews 11:6 | Preacher: Matt…