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 #6
Election is by grace; through faith; Eph 2:8; Election involves a double choice: God the Father chose His Son--the Elect of God(Isa 42:1); believers are the Elect when they choose the Son; John 3:16; the work of faith(1Th 1:3); 1Th 5:8; Col 1:4-5
Scripture References: Isaiah 42:1, Ephesians 2:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:8, 1 Thessalonians 1:3, Colossians 1:4-5, John 3:16
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.