Some may ask, “Why should we study the missionary methods of Paul? Surely, in all this time, we have grown beyond his old ways and have found better ways of accomplishing ministry.”
To this I would say, look around at the condition of the church at large throughout the world today, and see if you can find a model of success that compares to Paul. Yes, we have our “mega-churches.” They have huge congregations and lots of money, but are they successful in the sight of God? Are they raising up a generation of mature, Bible-instructed believers? I think not. The ignorance of the average believer today is astounding. Many cannot even give a clear presentation of the Gospel message.
In a recent survey across the United States, only about 13% of regular church goers said that they believe in hell, and about the same number doubted the inspiration and infallibility of the Bible. The church as a whole is in a shambles, and the reason is that we have forsaken the God-given way—exemplified by Paul—to achieve the great commission of “making disciples of all nations” (Mat 28:19).

Gene Cunningham - February 20, 2003

The Word Working In You #5

1st Thessalonians - The Word Working in You - Uniontown PA 2007

Deliverance is an ongoing work. Rut 4:8-17 out of sorrow and suffering is blessing. The Thessalonians are ascribed the strongest Hebrew word for faith "Qawah" (1Th 1:9). (). The tribulation is referred to as "wrath to come" -- wrath of man Satan, and God. 2 days to be distinguished: (1) "Day of Christ" for believers (1Th 2:19-20, 1Th 3:13 - deliverance, rejoicing, resurrection, joyous) - the rapture; The dead in Christ rise first (1Th 4:13-18; 2Co 5:8). We meet them in the air; (2) The "Day of the Lord" for unbelievers (1Th 5:1-3 gloom, fear, judgment); "comes as a thief in the night" (1Th 5:2-4). "Whether we wake or sleep" - faithful and carnal believers live forever with Him (1Th 5:10).

Conference notes for this series can be found [HERE] 

Scripture References: Ruth 4:8-17

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The Word Working in You' is a study in 1st Thessalonians recorded at Uniontown PA on 19-20 October 2007. The primary focus of the Paul's epistles to the Thessalonians written A.D. 50-51 is Christian living in light of eternity which results in balance. The 'bookends' of 1Th 1:3 and 1Th 5:8 reveal the book's theme: the well-balanced Christian life. The book also teaches that God's Word works through faith. Interestingly this epistle is closely related in content to the Old Testament book of Ruth which provides a perfect biblical illustration of the practical truths of this book.

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