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In some of Paul’s final words in his first letter to the Thessalonians, he writes, “God will make this happen, for he who calls you is faithful” (1 Thessalonians 5:24).With Pastor Chuck Swindoll, examine Paul’s profound farewell to the Thessalonians. Reflect on the God of peace and grace. Remember the cross. Live out the great truths found in this small but impactful letter. To support this minist...

Do you have the courage to be contagious? No, we’re not talking about spreading an infectious disease! But rather joyful courage, no matter the circumstances you face. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he presents what is continually appropriate and occasionally uncertain for believers (1 Thessalonians 5:16–22).Joy, prayer, and gratitude mark the life of a “contagious” Christian. Put them into practic...

Do you have the courage to be contagious? No, we’re not talking about spreading an infectious disease! But rather joyful courage, no matter the circumstances you face. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he presents what is continually appropriate and occasionally uncertain for believers (1 Thessalonians 5:16–22).Joy, prayer, and gratitude mark the life of a “contagious” Christian. Put them into practic...

Gift-giving brings great joy for both the giver and the receiver. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12–15, Paul presents a list of “gifts” Christians can give to others in the family of God. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss what the church is all about. Learn how to respect your leaders, live in peace, encourage the fainthearted, and more. Rely on God’s strength and power to help you better love t...

Gift-giving brings great joy for both the giver and the receiver. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12–15, Paul presents a list of “gifts” Christians can give to others in the family of God. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss what the church is all about. Learn how to respect your leaders, live in peace, encourage the fainthearted, and more. Rely on God’s strength and power to help you better love t...

Like many today, the Thessalonians struggled with anxiety and fear regarding future events. But Paul assures them of their eternal security in Christ. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he explains “the day of the Lord” from 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11. Heed the warnings for those who do not know Christ. If that is you, turn to Him today. Otherwise, embrace the encouragement and security for those in Christ...

Like many today, the Thessalonians struggled with anxiety and fear regarding future events. But Paul assures them of their eternal security in Christ. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll as he explains “the day of the Lord” from 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11. Heed the warnings for those who do not know Christ. If that is you, turn to Him today. Otherwise, embrace the encouragement and security for those in Christ...

What is your comfort in life and death? Where do you place your hope? Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches from 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 about how you can prepare for Christ’s return. Take hold of God’s grace extended to you and pursue holiness while you wait. Jesus’ return is a believer’s comfort and hope! Are you ready? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v...

What is your comfort in life and death? Where do you place your hope? Pastor Chuck Swindoll teaches from 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 about how you can prepare for Christ’s return. Take hold of God’s grace extended to you and pursue holiness while you wait. Jesus’ return is a believer’s comfort and hope! Are you ready? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v...

Many Christians struggle to relate with non-Christians. We might ignore them or offend them, but Paul calls us to behave properly toward them (1 Thessalonians 4:9–12).Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents four specific actions from Paul’s instructions to the Thessalonians about living among non-Christians. Understand that non-Christians are watching and listening, so determine to live wisely in sensitivi...

Many Christians struggle to relate with non-Christians. We might ignore them or offend them, but Paul calls us to behave properly toward them (1 Thessalonians 4:9–12).Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents four specific actions from Paul’s instructions to the Thessalonians about living among non-Christians. Understand that non-Christians are watching and listening, so determine to live wisely in sensitivi...

Does the word holiness intimidate you? Have you ever wondered about the will of God? First Thessalonians 4:1–9 clarifies both questions. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at God’s will for our sexual lives. In a world bent on shouting a different message, listen to God’s truth to find peace and purity. Press on toward holiness by following God’s way. Experience the blessing that will follow! To...

Does the word holiness intimidate you? Have you ever wondered about the will of God? First Thessalonians 4:1–9 clarifies both questions. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at God’s will for our sexual lives. In a world bent on shouting a different message, listen to God’s truth to find peace and purity. Press on toward holiness by following God’s way. Experience the blessing that will follow! To...

Does the word holiness intimidate you? Have you ever wondered about the will of God? First Thessalonians 4:1–9 clarifies both questions. Join Pastor Chuck Swindoll in a look at God’s will for our sexual lives. In a world bent on shouting a different message, listen to God’s truth to find peace and purity. Press on toward holiness by following God’s way. Experience the blessing that will follow! To...

What do people want or need to confidently say, “I am really living!” The answer may surprise you. Hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on the fulfilling life of faith from 1 Thessalonians 3:9–13.Paul lacked much materially, but he overflowed with joy, prayer, love, and holiness. Imitate Paul, as he looked to Christ, and find that you will grow in wisdom and depth too! To support this ministry financi...

What do people want or need to confidently say, “I am really living!” The answer may surprise you. Hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on the fulfilling life of faith from 1 Thessalonians 3:9–13.Paul lacked much materially, but he overflowed with joy, prayer, love, and holiness. Imitate Paul, as he looked to Christ, and find that you will grow in wisdom and depth too! To support this ministry financi...

Suffering is inevitable in the life of a maturing Christian. When troubles come, we can either resist them or let them press us closer to Christ. Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll looks at suffering in the life of Paul as well as in the lives of the Thessalonian church (1 Thessalonians 3:1–8).When your comfort zone gets squeezed, learn to see it as expected and essential. Resolve to see advers...

Suffering is inevitable in the life of a maturing Christian. When troubles come, we can either resist them or let them press us closer to Christ. Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll looks at suffering in the life of Paul as well as in the lives of the Thessalonian church (1 Thessalonians 3:1–8).When your comfort zone gets squeezed, learn to see it as expected and essential. Resolve to see advers...

Paul’s ministry to the Thessalonians exemplifies effective leadership and responsive following. These early Christians were marked by gratitude, contentment, and joy. Open your Bible to 1 Thessalonians 2:13–20 to learn from Pastor Chuck Swindoll about the qualities that make a supportive church member. Resolve to welcome the truth, accept your circumstances, and affirm others. You, too, will becom...

Paul’s ministry to the Thessalonians exemplifies effective leadership and responsive following. These early Christians were marked by gratitude, contentment, and joy. Open your Bible to 1 Thessalonians 2:13–20 to learn from Pastor Chuck Swindoll about the qualities that make a supportive church member. Resolve to welcome the truth, accept your circumstances, and affirm others. You, too, will becom...

Do you want to influence others for Christ and lead others in a Christlike way? Impactful leaders have inner security, a commitment to excellence, and deliberate faith in God. They love to serve others, and they get along with people. But good leaders are hard to come by. Tune in today to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss leadership essentials found in 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12.Discover how you can...

Do you want to influence others for Christ and lead others in a Christlike way? Impactful leaders have inner security, a commitment to excellence, and deliberate faith in God. They love to serve others, and they get along with people. But good leaders are hard to come by. Tune in today to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll discuss leadership essentials found in 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12.Discover how you can...

If you boil it down, a church with “the right stuff” believes the right message and behaves in the right manner. Its members live compelling lives, like the early church in Thessalonica. Take a look at 1 Thessalonians 1 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Learn from one of Paul’s earliest epistles to a local church. Does your church have the right stuff? Find encouragement and insight for you and your chu...

If you boil it down, a church with “the right stuff” believes the right message and behaves in the right manner. Its members live compelling lives, like the early church in Thessalonica. Take a look at 1 Thessalonians 1 with Pastor Chuck Swindoll. Learn from one of Paul’s earliest epistles to a local church. Does your church have the right stuff? Find encouragement and insight for you and your chu...

How quickly monuments erected in our own names and for our own glory come crashing down, taking us with them. The rise and fall of King Uzziah, recorded in 2 Chronicles 26, is a pertinent example of this tragedy. Tune in to hear Pastor Chuck Swindoll teach on pride, leadership, and God’s glory. Learn the telltale signs of a ministry or a leader hoarding glory for themselves instead of giving it ba...