2 Thessalonians - Trust the Truth
2 Thessalonians 3:6-18
July 16, 2023 • Pastor Bryce Ulrich • 2 Thessalonians 3:6–18
1. The Problem: A believer living in sin disrupts the focus and unity of the church. 2. The Response: The entire church exercises discipline on those bringing shame to the name of Christ. 3. The Prayer: Petition the Father for the peace, presence, and grace of God.
2 Thessalonians 2:13-17
July 2, 2023 • Pastor Bryce Ulrich • 2 Thessalonians 2:13–17
Application Points: - A believer’s gratitude originates from their assurance of faith. - Clinging to God’s Word, and God’s Word alone, results in stability and perseverance. - Man finds peace and comfort only through God’s gracious love.
2 Thessalonians 2:1-12
June 11, 2023 • Pastor Bryce Ulrich • 2 Thessalonians 2:1–12
Application Points: - You must know what you believe in order to stand firm in the faith. - Despite all the work and deception of the evil one, Jesus wins! - Your fate is determined by how you respond to the gospel NOW!
2 Thessalonians 1:5-12
June 4, 2023 • Pastor Matt Trombley • 2 Thessalonians 1:5–12
Main Points: - Knowing persecution will come shapes what we are passionate about - Knowing there is a judgement and a penalty for unbelief shapes our sense of urgency - Knowing there is a reward shapes our ability to be bold
2 Thessalonians 1:1-4
May 28, 2023 • Pastor Bryce Ulrich • 2 Thessalonians 1:1–4
Application Points: - Being rooted in Christ identifies a gathering of people as a church. - A church’s progress in knowledge of the Lord and love for one another indicates spiritual growth. - A church’s focus on fortitude and fidelity leads to endurance.