Kootenai Church Morning Worship: 1 Thessalonians

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Paul writes to the growing body of believers in Thessalonica.  He is delighted that they are advancing in their knowledge of Christ and in their love for one another and he encourages them to continue so that they may grow even more.

Episodes

  1. 09/07/2025

    Love, Work, and Waiting for Christ’s Return (1 Thessalonians 4:9-12)

    Pastor Cornel Rasor addresses the biblical balance between anticipating Christ's imminent return and fulfilling daily responsibilities. This exposition of 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12 demonstrates how believers should approach waiting for Christ's return. Paul corrected the Thessalonians who had become idle while waiting for Christ's return, teaching them to lavish love on fellow believers while maintaining productive lives. The passage reveals three essential elements: excelling in brotherly love, leading quiet lives focused on personal work, and behaving honorably toward outsiders. Christians must balance eschatological hope with practical service, working diligently while eagerly anticipating their Savior's return. This message emphasizes that waiting for Christ's return should inspire faithful service rather than idle speculation. ★ Support this podcast ★

    40 min

  2. 08/11/2024

    The Right Kind of Possession (1 Thessalonians 4:3-8)

    Cornel Rasor explores 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8, focusing on the importance of sanctification through purity in the Christian life. He emphasizes that sanctification is not just a call to sexual purity but a comprehensive transformation through the Holy Spirit. Rasor challenges believers to live out their sanctification by rejecting sexual immorality and embracing a life that honors God. Sanctification through purity is vital for demonstrating a true commitment to Christ. ★ Support this podcast ★

    48 min

  3. 02/19/2023

    More Please! (1 Thessalonians 4:1-2)

    Paul encourages a young church that is living out the gospel to go even further in their Christian Life. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2. ★ Support this podcast ★

    45 min

  4. 11/27/2022

    Loving One Another (1 Thessalonians 3:11-13)

    Paul reminds the believers at Thessalonica that he wishes to come back to them but meanwhile, he prayed for them that their love for one another and for all others would increase and abound and that the Thessalonian church would be unblamable. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13. ★ Support this podcast ★

    26 min
  5. The Joy of Serving (1 Thessalonians 3: 6-10)

    11/28/2021

    The Joy of Serving (1 Thessalonians 3: 6-10)

    An under-shepherd’s delight is serving the body he belongs to. Timothy returns from Thessalonica with good news and Paul is grateful for the church there. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 3:6-10. ★ Support this podcast ★

    46 min
  6. Comfort For Believers (1 Thessalonians 3:1-5)

    08/08/2021

    Comfort For Believers (1 Thessalonians 3:1-5)

    Paul pens words of comfort, encouragement, and strength to the believers of Thessalonica. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5. ★ Support this podcast ★

    45 min

  7. 03/21/2021

    The Heart of a Shepherd (1 Thessalonians 2:17-20)

    Paul shares his desire to be with the body in Thessalonica. ★ Support this podcast ★

    40 min
  8. Hostility Towards The Gospel (1 Thessalonians 2:13-16)

    12/01/2019

    Hostility Towards The Gospel (1 Thessalonians 2:13-16)

    The Thessalonian church living out the Word of God comes under persecution. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16. ★ Support this podcast ★

    48 min

  9. 02/24/2019

    Godly Leadership (1 Thessalonians 2:7-12)

    A godly leader will evidence many character qualities that fit him for the service to others that leadership brings. Three of these qualities are described by Paul in these verses as he describes how he ministered to the Thessalonian Church. He was a gentle, giving guide to them. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12. ★ Support this podcast ★

    43 min

  10. 05/13/2018

    An Approved Ministry (1 Thessalonians 2:1-6)

    Paul describes his conduct among the Thessalonians even after suffering so much affliction in Philippi. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6. ★ Support this podcast ★

    34 min
  11. Examples to All, the Thessalonian Church (1 Thessalonians 1:4-10)

    12/18/2017

    Examples to All, the Thessalonian Church (1 Thessalonians 1:4-10)

    Paul shows his affection for the Thessalonian believers who were Chosen (vs4), Convinced (vs5), Cherished (vs6), Copycats (vs7), Communicators (vs8), and Calm (vs10). An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10. ★ Support this podcast ★

    36 min

  12. 02/26/2017

    Thessalonica Love in Action (1 Thessalonians 1:1-4)

    Introduction to the book of 1 Thessalonians. Discovering the work of faith, the labor of love, and the steadfast hope in Christ Jesus of the church at Thessalonica. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4. ★ Support this podcast ★

    38 min
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Paul writes to the growing body of believers in Thessalonica.  He is delighted that they are advancing in their knowledge of Christ and in their love for one another and he encourages them to continue so that they may grow even more.

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