Carey Hardy
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The 11th Commandment
1 Thessalonians 4:9-12 Love of other Christians is one of the evidences of salvation. It must be expressed in practical ways, and is an element of our witness to the world. -
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Enthralled with the Truth
Psalms 119:97-104 Only Scripture provides true wisdom. -
God’s Glorious Promise
Romans 8:28-29 True believers have a glorious promise from God that can give much encouragement in times of trial and difficulty and grief. -
The Will of God
1 Thessalonians 4:3 We do not receive signs from God, nor does He speak to us to give guidance so that we know His sovereign will ahead of time. The Lord does, however, give us direction and wisdom through His Word, the Scriptures. -
Striving for Spiritual Excellence
1 Thessalonians 4:1-2 Christians must never settle for the status quo in their walk with Christ, but must always be seeking to grow in their spiritual maturity. -
Facing Chronic Affliction
Psalms 119:73-80 Believers today can learn from the psalmist the right attitude to have, plus how to pray, during times of difficulty and trial. -
A Pastor’s Model Prayer
1 Thessalonians 3:11-13 All Christians should be committed to regular prayer. But ministers especially must pray for God’s blessing on their ministry for it to be effective. -
From Anxiety to Joy
1 Thessalonians 3:6-10 The good news about the Thessalonian believers comforted Paul’s heart, revived his soul, and put joy in his prayers. Christians today can still move from anxiety to joy when they prioritize the needs of others above their own. -
An Anxious Apostle
1 Thessalonians 3:1-5 A faithful pastor’s great burden is the stability of the faith of his people — which means faith that survives both trials and temptations.