In our passage and discussion this week, Paul was reminding the young Thessalonian church (and us) to be patient, live with hope, and trust in God.
There is evil and wickedness in the world and there will be a future climax of lawlessness which will follow the removal of the restrainer. However, it is still in God's control. If fact, the evil and wickedness will be removed by the breath of God when it is time.
This knowledge should give the church hope. The challenge for the week is to focus on living with hope. To accomplish this challenge, you need to know the source of hope. Use this prescription for patience and hope found in Isaiah 41:10 to meet the challenge for the week.
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Prescription
for Patience and Hope (Isaiah 41:10)
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Sunday
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“Do not be afraid”
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Monday
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“I am with you”
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Tuesday
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“Do not be dismayed”
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Wednesday
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“I am your God”
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Thursday
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“I will strengthen you”
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Friday
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“I will help you”
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Saturday
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“I will uphold you with my righteous right hand”
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Be intentional.
Travis
