Sermons from Seven Mile Road Church in Waltham Seven Mile Road Church (Waltham)

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12. Paul begins teaching us how to live and how to pursue a godly life. At first glance, everything about what Paul says is ordinary. It can easily be overlooked. However, pursuing this kind of life, day by day will have a compounded effect to produce a compelling life. Listen and be challenged to love exponentially, live intentionally, and shine brightly.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint looks at 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8. In this text, Paul directly tells us what the will of God is. The will of God for our lives is our sanctification. At this point in his letter, Paul turns his attention to calling them to live lives that glorify him. They are to walk in a way that pleases God, pursue personal holiness, and abstain from sexual immorality that is so rampant in their city and region.In this text, Paul will teach us about the Principle, Practice, and Power of Sanctification. Listen and be challenged to pursue the will of God.

In this sermon Pastor Kevin looks walks through 1 Thessalonains 2:17-3:13. Here, Paul recounts the great concern he had for the Thessalonians after being suddenly forced to leave them. How was their faith? Were they growing in the Lord? Were they able to withstand suffering for the sake of the gospel? Here, Paul models for us what a loving and Christ-like concern for fellow Christians looks like. Are our lives marked by the same Christ-like love and care?

In this sermon, Pastor Clint opens up 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16. Paul expresses thankfulness for the Thessalonians receiving his message not as mere human words but as the word of God, which actively works within them. He contrasts their acceptance with the rejection faced by the Jewish religious leaders who persecuted both Jesus and the prophets. Here, Paul gives us a robust picture of the nature of God's word and the necessity of right preaching.

In this sermon, Pastor Kevin walks thru 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12. As we come to chapter 2 of the letter, Paul gives us marks of an authentic ministry as he recounts the "what?" and "why?" of his gospel work in Thessalonica. True Gospel Ministry is marked by boldness, a motivation to please God, gentle and affectionate care of others, and a goal of seeing others walk in a manner worthy of God. Most importantly, it's rooted in Christ's faithfulness to us.

In this sermon, Pastor Clint walks thru 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10. Paul opens his letter with great thankfulness for the Thessalonians' faith, love, and endurance, highlighting their exemplary walk with Jesus. He recalls how the Gospel was received by them not just in word, but also in power, the Holy Spirit, and deep conviction, leading to their transformation as followers of Christ. Their faithfulness has become an example to all Christians in all places, encouraging others to turn to God and serve Him eagerly while awaiting the return of Jesus from heaven