Part 2 • Ready or Not

Anthology

Part 2 • Ready or Not

15:59 Minutes

Reed Moore

We can all relate to the feeling of being unprepared and at the same time wanting to avoid mistakes. That’s how the Thessalonians felt when Paul had to leave them after just a few short weeks. In this session, we’ll see how Paul addressed the Thessalonians’ questions about sex, work, and the afterlife.

Part 1 • How People Change

Reed Moore

For people to really change, they must have unwavering belief that they’re loved and accepted—regardless of their past, failures, or shortcomings. In this session, we’ll see evidence of Paul’s approach to the Thessalonians, where he demonstrated love and authenticity while maintaining clarity of thought and instruction.

Part 3 • In the Meantime

Reed Moore

From high levels of persecution to hearing conflicting teachings about the return of Jesus, the Thessalonians were trying to follow Jesus in the middle of very difficult circumstances. In his second letter to these new converts, Paul emphasized the importance of perseverance, explained why Christians should be the least judgmental people in the world, and stressed how critical it was for everyone to play a part in the community.