Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. I Thessalonians 5:18
The small group of believers in Thessalonica had a very difficult start. Many were arrested for disturbing the peace. They weren’t nosey rebels, the established Jewish community just took offense at their teaching that Jesus was the Messiah. Paul had to leave, but was anxious for their spiritual survival and sent Timothy back to check on them.
Timothy returned with good news and Paul responded with a letter. It is full of gratefulness for their faithfulness. Although they were deprived of their teacher/pastor, they were standing firm. Paul writes to them, encouraging and teaching. The words above are from the final part of his first letter.
If you have given your life to Christ, celebrate a resurrected Savior and eternal life with Him, then your life is completely under His control. He’s got this!!! He is worthy of your PRAISE no matter what is happening!
Have a Terrific Monday!
Gretchen