Sermons

In his letters to the Ephesians and the Colossians, the Apostle Paul discusses the role of singing in worship, instructing his readers to sing not only to the Lord but also to “one another” … [Read more...] about 10/13/19 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

In today’s sermon text, Paul writes to the Thessalonians so that they might not grieve “as others do who have no hope” (1 Thessalonians 4:13). He details the glorious “coming of the Lord” (vs.15), in … [Read more...] about 10/6/19 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11

The pairing of the three-fold “Holy, Holy, Holy” from Isaiah 6 with “Hosanna in the highest” from Matthew 21 is one of the oldest liturgical formulae in the history of the church. The Sanctus & … [Read more...] about 9/29/19 1 Thessalonians 3:6-4:12

Towards the end of 1 Thessalonians 2, Paul makes a short diversion from the narrative of his ministry in Thessalonica to deliver some shockingly harsh words for the unbelieving Jews of his day … [Read more...] about 9/22/19 1 Thessalonians 2:1-3:5

In his first letter to the church at Thessalonica, Paul is relentlessly positive. He has no words of correction for them, and again and again expresses care and encouragement: “We give thanks to God … [Read more...] about 9/15/19 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10