Paul doesn't give us this truth so we know more, he gives it so we grieve differently, live differently, and hold each other up until the King arrives and brings us all home. Together.

We have life most abundant in the love and presence of Christ. There is so much more for us in Christ when we grow in a life of holiness in Christ, when we don't settle and don't stop.

1 Thessalonians 3 teaches us how to persevere through trials and affliction by focusing on celebrating faith and love.

To cultivate real, deep discipleship, you have to give your whole heart, be aware of Satan's schemes, and find your crowning glory in other people.

To walk in a manner worthy of God is not to walk in perfection, it's to walk in authenticity.

5 Marks of Meaning:

• Not pointless, but bold
• Not in error, but approved
• Not to please man, but to please God
• Not from greed, or glory, but gentle
• Not only sharing gospel, but sharing self

Boldness + Gentleness

Key to a Meaningful life = Lifting Up Truth & Laying Down Self

Boldly Lifting Up Truth

Verse 1-2

James 1:2-4

2 Cor 11:24-28

John 15:18, 20

Gently Laying Down Self

Verse 5-7

Verse 8

Luke 9:23-25

Gal 2:20

Lifting Up Truth & Laying Down Self

Verse 3-4Verse 4

When the truth of the Gospel meets the Thessalonians, there is an incredible reaction of power.

The foundation of the church directs the future of the church.