This study is from the August 2012 Bible Conference held in Orange County, California on the Book of Judges.
“And if it seems evil to you to serve the LORD, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the river, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” Jos 24:15
Gene Cunningham - January 24, 2007
1 Thessalonians #5
Election. Rom 8:28-30; Eph 1:3-5; 1Pe 1:1-2; Isa 42:1; Heb 7:9-10. Christ is the elect of God and we choose Christ to be our Savior; therefore; we are the elect in Christ. Election is on the basis of faith in Christ.
Scripture References: Isaiah 42:1, Ephesians 1:3-5, Romans 8:28-30, 1 Peter 1:1-2, Hebrews 7:9-10
From Series: "1st Thessalonians - 2006"
The Thessalonians were persecuted for their faith. Paul's first letter to them provides comfort, reminding them of the details of Christ's return for His Church ("The Blessed Hope") and providing practical spiritual lessons for living.