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producing films who are very sad role models for society. But the Thessalonian believers became
godly models.

Paul and his companions continuously gave thanks to God on behalf of the believers at Thessalonica
in their prayers because of their work produced by faith, labor of prompted by love, endurance
inspired by hope in the Lord, and their election by God. There was an unarguably intimate
connection between the apostles and the Thessalonian believers.

2.3. Let’s Practice this Lesson. . .

1. Define the word church (1 Thess. 1:1; 2 Thess. 1:1).

2. What three evidences did Paul state where characteristic in the church at
Thessalonica for which Paul was thankful? (1 Thess. 1:3; 3:3)?

3. What additional trait of the church caused Paul and his companions to continue to express
thanksgiving to God (1 Thess. 1:4)?

4 - 5. What are the two results of the fact that the church was elected and established by Christ (1
Thess. 1:6, 7-10)?

2.4. Let’s Personalize this Lesson…

Activity: If you are pastoring a church or are a church leader, how connected are you
with the people under your care? And are you spiritually growing and motivating your
people spiritually? If you are not a pastor, what is your conduct, what kind of a person
are you imitating, and are your spiritually growing? Are those outside the church able
to bear witness for your spiritual growth? Write your answers here:

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