The Scripture makes it very clear that as we focus on purity we experience power from above. Paul stressed this in his final letter to his understudy Timothy. “Therefore if anyone cleanses himself from the latter [i.e., “iniquity”], he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for every good work” (2Ti 2:21). How? The process is simple: God the Father works through the Son. The Son works through the Holy Spirit. The Spirit works through the Word. The Word works through the believer. The believer works through living faith.
Gene Cunningham - January 24, 2007
1 Thessalonians #4
1Th 1:1-6; Chronology of the Lord's return; review of 1Th 1:1-2; the greatest partnership is between Jesus Christ and the believer; Joh 2:1-8; Treasury of God: part 2-- Resources we have in Christ (1Th 1:3-5); 1Co 13:13; 2Co 5:14; believers have much assurance in faith; hope; and love; God promises a return on His investment when the believer redeems his time wisely; Act 17:2-5; Luk 19:12-26; Mat 22:14; Joh 6:37
Scripture References: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-6, John 6:37, Matthew 22:14, 2 Corinthians 5:14, Luke 19:12-26, 1 Corinthians 13:13, Acts 17:2-5, 1 Thessalonians 1:3-5, John 2:1-8, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-2
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.