Context
Why did Peter write letters to the Thessalonians?
When the Christians in Thessalonica turned away from the idols of their past, what was their community's response?
Isolation from neighbors & hostility from family
What original question did the Thessalonian have about the return of Jesus?
What would happen to their friends who recently died when Jesus returned?
Christians are motivated by hope to respond to hostility with these things
Love & Generosity
In this prayer, Paul thanks the Thessalonians for their FAITH, LOVE & HOPE in Jesus despite their persecution.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Why did Paul leave Thessalonica?
Persecution
What made it all worth it for them to endure persecution?
The overwhelming love of Jesus who died for them!
What analogy does Paul give concerning the role the dead will play in His return?
Like a delegate meeting the Emperor outside the city to welcome him in
Following Jesus creates what kind of life?
Counter-Cultural or Holy
Paul prays Jesus & the Father would give them strength to stay faithful to the way of Jesus.
2 Thessalonians Prayer 2
What is the theme of 1 Thessalonians?
In Expectation of Christ
Daily Double:
Explain common persecution.
Jesus, Paul & the Thessalonians were all rejected and suffering for the sake of The Gospel
What is the Day of the Lord?
The day Jesus will put an end to the destruction of His Fathers Kingdom
Who are the idle?
Those who are irresponsible and unwilling to work
In this prayer, Paul prays that they would remain HOLY as they await the return of Jesus.
Prayer of Hope
What theme of 2 Thessalonians?
Hope Shaping your Life
Why do Jesus followers have victory of death and chaos?
Jesus has victory over Sin
How was Paul's teaching on The Day of the Lord misused?
It was being used in a way that inspired fear instead of hope.
Why was Patronage unpredictable?
The income was uncertain & they could be asked to do jobs that led them away from Jesus
In this prayer, Paul intros the concepts he will expand on in the next section as he prays for an increased capacity in their LOVE, HOLINESS & HOPE in Jesus.
Prayer of Endurance
We believe the Letter to the Thessalonians was one of the ______ letters Paul wrote.
Earliest or First
How do followers of Jesus walk out their victory?
Non-Violence & Endurance
What is our role in waiting on the Lord's return?
Living out our faith on Earth as it is in Heaven
What call does Paul give the Thessalonians when it comes to working hard?
Model Jesus' self-giving love so that they can be a blessing to others
Paul prays their suffering would bring deep character change that would ultimately bring glory to the name of Jesus.
2 Thessalonians Prayer 1