Increase Assurance

The Finale

October 2, 2022 • Michael Araya • 2 Thessalonians 3

2 Thessalonians 3:16 16 Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way. The Lord be with you all. Today, we are conclude the series titled INCREASE ASSURANCE based on the books of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. In the Third chapter of 2 Thessalonians, Paul speaks to the Church about how they need to pray for protection from the evil one and from evil people. He admonishes then and encourages them to live a lifestyle that is pleasing to God. He warns them against idleness and how they need to work hard and persevere. And he give his final greeting "may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way." Join us this Sunday as we conclude our series and learn the importance of prayer and how to live a godly lifestyle. 1. Pray for preservation and protection 2. An Exhortation to Proper Living 3. Paul's Final Greeting

Stand Firm

September 25, 2022 • Favour Ibom • 2 Thessalonians 2

2 Thessalonians 2:15 (ESV) 15 So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by our spoken word or by our letter. Today, we are continuing the series titled INCREASE ASSURANCE based on the books of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. In the second chapter of 2 Thessalonians, Paul speaks to the Church about how the need to be strong and courageous and STAND FIRM in their faith. He tells them that they should be aware of people that may try to deceive them. He warns them of the man of lawlessness but gives them hope as Jesus will comeback and destroy him. He tells them to be on guard and be watchful as the end of days is drawing near. Join us this Sunday as we learn how we in the 21st Century can STAND FIRM in our faith. 1. LET NO ONE DECEIVE YOU 2. THE HOLY SPIRIT IN BELIEVERS IS RESTRICTING EVIL FOR NOW 3. SIN IS GOING TO INCREASE SIGNIFICANTLY IN THE LAST DAYS 4. JESUS SHALL DESTROY THE MAN OF LAWLESSNESS 5. STAND FIRM IN YOUR FAITH IN THESE LAST DAYS

Heaven at the End

September 18, 2022 • Helen Ibom • 2 Thessalonians 1

2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 (ESV) 11 To this end we always pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling and may fulfill every resolve for good and every work of faith by his power, 12 so that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you, and you in him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we are continuing the series titled INCREASE ASSURANCE based on the books of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. In the first chapter of 2 Thessalonians, Paul speaks to the Church about their relationship with God, as their Father and with Jesus, as their Lord. He also speaks to them about how they are to grow in the walk with Christ. Finally, he concludes by telling the church about the afflictions and persecutions they are going and makes the church aware that it is part of their Journey through and that there is “light at the end of the tunnel.” That light is Heaven at the end. Join us this Sunday as we learn how to prepare for Heaven at the end. 1. DO YOU HAVE A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD? a. IS GOD your father and Jesus your Lord? b. IS THE HOLY SPIRIT witnessing within you? 2. ARE YOU GROWING IN CHRIST? a. IS YOUR FAITH in God growing? b. IS YOUR LOVE for believers growing? c. IS YOUR DESIRE for righteousness growing? 2. ARE YOU GROWING IN CHRIST? HOW DO YOU REMAIN STEADFAST IN AFFLICTION TO THE END? a. UNDERSTAND THAT God will punish those who afflict you. b. UNDERSTAND THAT unbelievers will suffer forever in hell c. UNDERSTAND THAT believers will be glorified in Ghrist

PARTING ADMONITIONS

September 11, 2022 • Michael Araya • 1 Thessalonians 5:12–28

1 Thessalonians 5:25-28 Dear brothers and sisters, pray for us. 26 Greet all the brothers and sisters with a sacred kiss. 27 I command you in the name of the Lord to read this letter to all the brothers and sisters. 28 May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Today, we are continuing the series titled INCREASE ASSURANCE based on the books of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. In the second half of 1 Thessalonians 5 we Paul share some parting admonitions with the Thessalonian church that also apply greatly to us today. He shares with the church practical life lessons on how to live according to the faith. He also expresses to them how they should prepare their hearts for the second coming of Christ. Join us this Sunday as we learn how to be prepared for the return of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. 1. Recognise the leadership and Live in Harmony 2. A reoccurring apostolic exhortation: lessons for life: - The Do’s - The Don'ts 3. The Ultimate Preparation: - God Makes you holy and keeps you blameless for the Return of Jesus - More parting admonitions

ASSURANCE OF HIS SECOND COMING

September 4, 2022 • Favour Ibom • 1 Thessalonians 4:13—5:11

1 Thessalonians 4:16 16 For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Today, we are continuing the series titled INCREASE ASSURANCE based on the books of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. In second half 1 Thessalonians 4 and first half of 1 Thessalonians 5 Paul wrote to the church advising them that they need to be prepared and watchful for the second coming of Christ. This portion of 1 Thessalonians pertains to us as well, as we need to be ready spiritually. We see that his return will be a surprise to many of us and we need to prepare our hearts for Jesus return. Join us this Sunday as we learn how to be prepared for the return of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. 1. THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST shall be personal, bodily and visible. 2. THE HOUR OF THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST is unknown 3. THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST shall be surprising, triumphant and glorious 4. THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST shall usher the resurrection and rapture of the saints 5. We Must Be Ready And Watchful For THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST

LIVE A LIFESTYLE THAT PLEASES GOD

August 28, 2022 • Damon Percy • 1 Thessalonians 4:1–12

1 Thessalonians 4:1-2 1 As for other matters, brothers and sisters, we instructed you how to live in order to please God, as in fact you are living. Now we ask you and urge you in the Lord Jesus to do this more and more. 2 For you know what instructions we gave you by the authority of the Lord Jesus. Today, we are continuing the series titled INCREASE ASSURANCE based on the books of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. In 1 Thessalonians 4 Paul wrote to assure the church regarding how the church needed to live a lifestyle that was pleasing to God. Join us this Sunday as we learn how to live a godly lifestyle. 1. LIVE A LIFESTYLE THAT PLEASES GOD by avoiding sexual immorality 2. LIVE A LIFESTYLE THAT PLEASES GOD by showing love to all 3. LIVE A LIFESTYLE THAT PLEASES GOD by setting an example for others

THE POWER OF AFFECTION AND THE ASSURANCE OF THE SAINTS

August 21, 2022 • Michael Araya • 1 Thessalonians 2:17—3:13

1 Thessalonians 2:17 But since we were torn away from you, brothers, for a short time, in person not in heart, we endeavored the more eagerly and with great desire to see you face to face, Today, we are continuing the series titled INCREASE ASSURANCE based on the books of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. In the second half of Chapter 2 and all of Chapter 3, Paul wrote to assure the church on his message and ministry to them with great affection and love for the them. Join us this Sunday and learn how to be an affectionate minister.

BE A GOD-FEARING MINISTER OF THE GOSPEL

August 14, 2022 • Helen Ibom • 1 Thessalonians 2:1–16

1 Thessalonians 2:1 (NIV) 1 You know, brothers and sisters, that our visit to you was not without results. Today, we are continuing the series titled INCREASE ASSURANCE based on the books of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. In this chapter two, Paul wrote to assure the church on his message and ministry to them as a God-fearing minister brought much fruit. Join us this Sunday and learn how to be a God-fearing minister of the gospel.

Your Faith in God

August 7, 2022 • Favour Ibom • 1 Thessalonians 1

1 Thessalonians 1:2-3 (NIV) 2 We always thank God for all of you and continually mention you in our prayers. 3 We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we are starting a series titled INCREASE ASSURANCE based on the books of 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. In this first chapter, Paul wrote to thank God for the faith of the Thessalonian church and to assure them of their faith in God. Join us this Sunday as we learn how you can be assured of your faith in God. 1. LET YOUR FAITH IN GOD be reflected in what you do 2. LET YOUR FAITH IN GOD come with deep conviction by the power of the holy spirit 3. LET YOUR FAITH IN GOD be an example to others 4. LET YOUR FAITH IN GOD spread abroad to others

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A Series based on 1 & 2 Thessalonians