God’s Truth for Trying Times - 7/2/21

We need God’s truth in trying times. Read the Scripture passage, think about what it is saying, then pray; by yourself or with your household. Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly (Col. 3:16).

READ: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

We ask you, brothers, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves. [1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 ESV] 

CONSIDER: There are many things that can break peace among believers. Chief among them would be competition. We have to respect those who labor among us and hold them in high regard. We are to love those who lead us.

THINK: What does this declare about God? What are God’s people being called to do? What assurance is given? How does the Word of God transform our hearts and lives and relationships?