1 Thessalonians - Standing Fast

1 Thessalonians - Standing Fast

In the face of trials and tribulations, it is tempting to quit. This temptation is familiar to every human but particularly felt by Christians as they suffer for the sake of gospel. Paul writes to a church in Thessalonica which is looking for encouragement and endurance. They feel alone, abandoned, and are questioning when Christ will return. The hope of which Paul offers them, is the same hope available to us. We are to hope in Christ who has overcome the world and live holy lives of love. “He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.”