And you became followers of us and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Spirit, so that you became examples to all inMacedoniaand Achaia who believe. (1 Thessalonians 1:6-7) The believers at Thessalonica had experienced both persecution and joy when they received the Apostle Paul’s Gospel. It …
Called and Equipped
Knowing, beloved brethren, your election by God. For our gospel did not come to you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Spirit and in much assurance, as you know what kind of men we were among you for your sake. (1 Thessalonians 1:4-5) The Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ …
