In this exploration of 2 Thessalonians, Pastor Mike Weaver reminds us that God's Word is never redundant or outdated. Just like an overlooked Ming vase, the Bible holds immeasurable value, we only need to take it off our shelves and truly engage with it. In St. Paul’s 2nd letter, he addresses three crucial challenges we all face: discrimination-persecution from the world, deception from the enemy, and our own disobedience. Yet through it all, followers of Jesus Christ are assured of God's grace, His unchanging Word, and His peace that surpasses understanding. The central prayer in 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 beautifully encapsulates our hope: eternal comfort and strength to persevere. As we navigate life's storms, let's remember we're not just living for future glory, but also to glorify God in our present circumstances. This message challenges us to see beyond our immediate troubles and recognize the unseen reality of God's presence, much like Elisha's servant in 2 Kings 6.v17. Are we truly living in God and allowing Him to work through us for His glory?
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This episode was produced by Mike Weaver. It was mixed by Mike Weaver and Jack Wiggall. It was edited by Jack Wiggall.
Our soundtrack music is ‘Blessed Assurance (All My Attempts to be Satisfied)’ by Jaywan Maxwell, Michael Farren, Nathan Singh & Rhyan Shirley (City Alight Music), performed by Gordon Eastop & Mike Weaver.
