A Faith that Flourishes in Hard Times

A church the apostle Paul boasts about “among God’s churches” deserves our careful consideration. Paul says he is obliged to offer God praise and thanksgiving for the believers in Thessalonica. This church was an example to other churches because of their flourishing faith, brotherly love, and perseverance amid persecution and affliction. The Thessalonians’ ability to endure hardship showed the power of God in their lives. Their actions gave evidence of their faith, and Paul says this ought to assure believers of the glorious future that awaits them when Christ returns.