And we urge you, brothers, admonish the idle, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with them all.
1 Thessalonians 4:18
Young Man - Let No One Despise You for Your Youth
There was potential for some to despise young Timothy as he pastored in Ephesus and potential for some to despise young Titus as he set the churches in order in Crete. The way to counter this, Paul says, is for these young men to make themselves, in all respects, examples of good works.
How to Pray for One Another
“Pray for one another”, James says (James 5:16). That is, speak to God on behalf of your fellow believers. Intercede for others; advocate for others; bear the burdens of others. This is our responsibility as a “royal priesthood” as Peter puts it (1 Peter 2:9). We all have access to God in prayer, and we all have a responsibility, not just to pray for ourselves, but to bring the needs of others before the throne of grace.
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August 2023
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May 2022
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April 2022
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- Apr. 12, 2022 How to Pray for One Another Apr. 12, 2022
- Apr. 12, 2022 The Blessing of Mentors in the Church Apr. 12, 2022
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October 2021
- Oct. 3, 2021 Church Life is Essential to the Christian Life Oct. 3, 2021
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September 2021
- Sep. 5, 2021 The Blessings of Suffering Sep. 5, 2021
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January 2021
- Jan. 4, 2021 Covid - What an Opportunity Jan. 4, 2021