Becky Baker’s Reviews > Holy Bible in Audio - King James Version: 1 Thessalonians > Status Update

5:16-18
God's Word repeatedly reminds us of the need for these qualities, but we often fail to allow the Holy Spirit to fully form them in us. We need to be willing to do our part by studying, praying, and putting in the work every day.

5:14-15
A congregation will encourage the child of God in times of weakness and correct and chastise when needed.
A kind warning and encouraging word will help a new Christian learn much more than displeased looks and catty remarks.
Being a part of the body of Christ means serving God but others as well.

4:13-14
Before Jesus Christ, death only meant fear and the certainty that you will be judged. But after Christ, a believer can be confident that they will live eternally.
When Paul talked about "them which are asleep," he was speaking of joyful expectation, not hopeless despair.

4:9-12
God gives us selfless love through the Holy Spirit, which cannot be replicated in our own strength.
Those closest to us will notice how calmly and sincerely we strive for greatness in the tasks God has given us. This will be a powerful witness for Christ.
Christians who are hardworking will "have lack of nothing" because the Lord will bless them mentally and physically.

4:3-8
We need to be aware of our flaws and how easy it is for us to give in to the lusts of the flesh. Every believer should walk in purity today and know that only a Spirit-filled walk will help us resist temptation.

4:1-2
The believer must obey God's commands or face His wrath, and anybody who thinks otherwise is deceiving himself. The Lord truly is concerned with how we live and our ministry; are we?

3:9-13
In prayer, Paul always thought of these Christians, even when he was far from them. God works in response to believing, intercessory prayer. The issue is that we frequently fail to take advantage of this amazing power.

3:6-8
We often underestimate the impact we may have by living a consistent, Spirit-filled life. One Christian with a joyful, unselfish, Christ-like disposition can shift the atmosphere of a group of unhappy believers.
Give your pastors, parents, Sunday school teachers, and fellow believers a favorable report about your walk with God, both in word and actions.

3:1-5
We must not allow our afflictions distract us from our steadfastness. Satan could utilize our hardships to further his own agenda by making us feel defeated if we do not acknowledge that the Lord permits trials to serve His purposes.
How do we handle stress? Do we give in to the devil, or trust the Lord to strengthen our faith through the painful experience - the choice is ours.

2:17-20
If our hearts are in line with the Lord's will, we should care about others the same way Paul did. Sadly, lots of people are more interested in their personal needs than in the needs of others.
"Satan hindered us" - we must be constantly vigilant to this danger. Unless we receive the strength by the Spirit to overcome challenges, we cannot become what God intends us to be or accomplish anything for His glory.