In the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians, he twice gives the command “encourage one another” with an additional command to “build one another up” or edify. These are two of the most important commands a Christian may obey and show an ultimate obedience to loving one another. This Lord’s Day, we look at the ways we may minster encouragement to one another.

In the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians, he twice gives the command “encourage one another” with an additional command to “build one another up” or edify. These are two of the most important commands a Christian may obey. They give evidence we are Christians while lifting up other believers in the warfare and struggles of the Christian life.

n the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians, he instructs them on the Day of the Lord; that next great event in human history. He tells them it will come like a thief in the night and thus we should learn how to live in light of the Lord’s sudden return.

This Lord’s Day, we enter chapter five of the New Testament book of 1 Thessalonians. The Apostle Paul is instructing the Thessalonian believers on “The Day of the Lord.” This day of all days is one of contrast. For the unbeliever, it is a day of terror and destruction. For the believer, it is a day of joy and deliverance. In light of this day, Paul is directing the Thessalonians believers on how to live for it will come suddenly like a thief in the night.

This Lord’s Day, we continue our journey through the New Testament book of 1 Thessalonians. Our text finds the Apostle Paul encouraging believers with the return of the Lord Jesus; a time of great joy for believers and judgment for all. Living in light of the 2nd coming of Jesus is the way of the Christian life.