1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 - Is It Possible To Have Assurance?

What do I do when I feel like I haven't made the spiritual progress in my life that I want? Is it possible to have assurance of salvation? Join us this Sunday at CrossWinds Church in Spencer as we consider the answer from 1 Thessalonians 1.

Sermon Discussion

1. Have you ever struggled with the idea of assurance or wondering why you haven’t made the “spiritual progress” that you would like? How does this passage encourage you and give you hope?
2. What is one takeaway from the sermon and one question that you had after hearing the sermon?
3. Read 1 Thessalonians 1:2–3. Paul lists three attributes that he is thankful for in the Thessalonian church. What are they? What do these look like today?
4. Read 1 Thessalonians 1:4. How does Paul describe the love of God for his people? How does this give us confidence when we feel unlovable?
5. Read 1 Thessalonians 1:5. How does Paul describe the power of God? What would it look like for you to have the same confidence in God’s power in your life?
6. Read 1 Thessalonians 1:6–8. Paul lists two examples of gospel transformation in the lives of the Thessalonians. What are they (above)? Which of these stands out to you?
7. Read 1 Thessalonians 1:9–10. Paul lists another three examples of gospel transformation that he has heard from other churches. What are they (above)? Which of these stands out to you?
8. Take some time as a group to share how you have seen evidence of the gospel in the lives of one another.
9. This Time Tomorrow: How does this passage transform your thoughts, actions, or interactions at this time tomorrow?