Date: 2020/05/31

Speaker: Chris Fowler

Series: 1 Thessalonians 1

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Give Thanks for Gospel Impact…

I. When you See Evidence of Salvation and the Gospel’s Power! (1-5)
II. When we as Imitators become Examples to Others! (5-7)
III. When the Word and our Faith match to Reach and Encourage Others! (8-10)

Practical Implications:
– Look for Faith, Love and Hope in your Daily Life:
– What’s Influencing You; Who are You Influencing:
– Topple Idols and Turn Back to God:
– Eat, Bless, and Share w/ 2:

Main Point and Themes:
In light of the return of Christ, share the gospel boldly, live a gospel enhancing life, and embrace genuine gospel community so you can endure through any affliction.
– Return of Christ (1:10, 2:19, 3:13, 4:15-16, 5:2-3, 23)
– Gospel Boldness from Pure Motives
– Lives that Show the Reality of the Gospel
– Relationship Based Ministry and Discipleship (1:5, 2:7-8, 2:9-12; 2:17-18; 3:6-7, 4:9-12)
– Suffering, Shame and Affliction are normal