Marks of a Disciple

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Marks of a Disciple

Handbook for Disciples

September 22, 2024 • Dr. Jeffrey Arthurs • 1 Thessalonians 1:6–10

The Apostle Paul said, “We know that he has chosen you.” How could he say that? What were the indications that the Thessalonians had become true disciples? Last week we saw two marks: the gospel comes with power and we receive it; and this week we look at another handful of marks. Lord help us put our faith into action! See you Sunday, fellow disciples.

The Comfort of Faithfulness

November 17, 2024 • Pastor Kevin Baird • 1 Thessalonians 3:6–10

Do you experience joy in the realities of God’s Kingdom? Often we are head down in the daily routine, worn by the grind to provide for our future, and faltering under the weight of too many decisions and relationships, but the gospel promises a greater joy. The Apostle Paul had joy because his Thessalonian friends held onto faith in Jesus beyond their circumstances. I hope you will come to encourage others and be encouraged yourselves to see the joy in the realities of faith in Jesus. Please take the time to read https://fcchamilton.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ad9905e0b1c54435b5c40dc5&id=4811594c2a&e=d809b29a61 and feel free to invite a friend to join you for worship. See you all Sunday,

Faith vs. Opposition

November 10, 2024 • Pastor Kevin Baird • 1 Thessalonians 3:1–5

Paul’s pastoral heart for the Thessalonians is expressed through his worry about how they are doing as a church. We all face struggles with our faith and can be tempted when we are challenged by persecution or hardship. Christians encourage one another to remain faith-full as we live for Jesus. Read https://fcchamilton.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ad9905e0b1c54435b5c40dc5&id=308748e35e&e=d809b29a61 as we prepare to hear from God’s word together. I can’t wait to be with you all.

A Pastor's Heart

November 3, 2024 • Dr. Jeffrey Arthurs • 1 Thessalonians 2:17–20

Reading an epistle (a formal letter) is like listening to one side of a telephone conversation. In https://fcchamilton.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7ad9905e0b1c54435b5c40dc5&id=175da76e0e&e=d809b29a61 we have heard Paul say again and again that he loves the church, was worried about them, and is relieved that they are standing firm in the Lord even in the midst of trials. We hear Paul reveal his heart, a pastor’s heart, and we ask God to bring us a pastor who will devote heart, soul, and energy into protecting and building up the flock.