1 Tɛsalonika 3:7

Encouragement is a positive force in the lives of people we know. Coming alongside our spouses, children, and others with a kind word or helping hand can impact them in ways we might not even imagine—from putting smiles on their faces to sparking a change of direction for good in their decisions. Let’s consider how we might be uplifting to those we love today.

During Advent, not only do we anticipate an event that has already taken place – Jesus’s first coming – but we also look forward to and anticipate his second coming! In this plan, designed to be used during any of the days of the Advent season, we will reflect on 1 Thessalonians as we prepare our hearts to celebrate Christmas.

Is social media consuming your time and attention? Is this glorifying to God, or does something need to change with your relationship to social media? In this 5-day Bible Plan, you’ll discover Biblical insights to reclaim and sanctify your relationship with social media.

Paul’s encouraging letter to the Thessalonian church is a beautiful treatise on unity, sanctification, and the coming of Christ. 1 Thessalonians reminds us to remain sober and steadfast, hopefully anticipating the return of the Lord.