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The Commendation of Faith

Text: 2 Thes. 1:3-4
15 January 2011

PAUL’S SPIRIT OF GRATITUDE

We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is fitting…
2 Thes. 1:3

1. “Bound to”

2. “As it is fitting”

3. “Always”

4. “Brethren”

PAUL’S SPIRIT OF EXULTING

So that we ourselves boast of you among the churches of God…
2 Thes. 1:4

1. Paul exulting in the Thessalonians’ growth

2. Paul joyously speaking of the Thessalonians’ growth to others.

3. Paul saw it as an important thing to exult.

AREAS OF COMMENDATION

1. Great growth of faith

Because your faith grows exceedingly…
2 Thes. 1:3

2. Great growth of love for each other

And the love of every one of you all abounds toward each other, …
2 Thes. 1:3

3. Great endurance

For your patience and faith in all your persecution and tribulations that you endure…
2 Thes. 1:4

THE CHALLENGE TO GROW IN 2011

1. Faith

2. Love

3. Endurance

QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION

1. Which area would you want to grow this year?

2. Why?

3. How can we grow?