As we come to the middle of this first chapter in v.2-5 we find the theme of the present hope of salvation supported by this section 'The Reception of the Gospel'. Their reception demonstrated that hope. Paul told them to live a life holy before Christ's return and as he writes he reflects that they DID!!
Thus he breaks into full heated thanksgiviving! This is true in each of his letters to churches except GALATIANS where he is so grieved for their sinful departures.
Thanksgiving is a major teaching of the Bible. Read Vss. 2-5 We see this flavor of Paul's life of thankfulness.
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Pastor John Barnett has been devouring the Word of God for over 30 years. John, now the teaching pastor of Calvary Bible Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan has served congregations in Oklahoma, New England, Georgia and California. He also served on the Faculty of the Master's College...
