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1 Thessalonians 5:11 · WEB
11Therefore exhort one another, and build each other up, even as you also do.
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The Kings Speech: Finding Your Voice (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
In The King's Speech, Lionel Logue isn't a credentialed speech therapist—he's an Australian actor. But he sees something in stammering King George VI that others don't: a voice worth hearing. Through
Remember the Titans: Building Each Other Up (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
In Remember the Titans, Coach Boone forces his racially divided football team to room together, eat together, learn each other's stories. Gary and Julius—white captain and Black leader—start as enemie
Lessons from Online Church & Community
In our current age, where the sound of church bells has been replaced by the ping of notifications, the landscape of faith has transformed dramatically. Online Church & Community has become both our refuge and our challenge, inviting us to...
Prayerful Image Of God
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause to reflect on the profound truth of being created in Your image, I find myself drawn to the exhortation of 1 Thessalonians 5:11: “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up.” This call...
Lessons from Social Justice & Christianity
In today’s world, the intersection of Social Justice and Christianity can feel like navigating a stormy sea. The waves of injustice crash over us, threatening to overwhelm both our faith and our resolve. Yet, much like the biblical figures who...
Lessons from Global Pandemic & Community
As we traverse the uncharted waters of a global pandemic, we find ourselves echoing the struggles of biblical figures who faced their own trials with faith and fortitude. Picture this: the Apostle Paul, sitting in a dimly lit prison cell,...
Quiet Time: Crisis & Hope
As we gather in prayer, let’s take a moment to acknowledge the delicate dance between Crisis and Hope that unfolds in our lives. Picture a dimly lit room, shadows creeping in, bringing uncertainty and fear. It’s in this space that...
The Youth Culture & Faith Challenge
In our rapidly changing world, the challenge of Youth Culture & Faith often feels like navigating a turbulent sea. Picture a small boat, tossed by waves and strong winds, trying to find its course amidst stormy conditions. This boat represents...
A Modern Story of Economic Inequality & Generosity
In our bustling cities, where gleaming skyscrapers rise next to crumbling tenements, the stark contrast of economic inequality can often feel overwhelming. Picture a young mother, Maria, living in a modest apartment with her two children. Each month, she juggles...
Evening Prayer: Environmental Justice
Dear Heavenly Father, As I stand before you this evening, a deep sense of your creation weighs on my heart. I think of 1 Thessalonians 5:11, where we are called to "encourage one another and build each other up." In...
When Economic Inequality & Generosity Meets Faith
In the heart of our bustling cities, there exists a stark reminder of the disparities that shape our world—a tale of two neighbors that many of us can relate to. Imagine, if you will, two homes side by side. On...
A Modern Story of Global Pandemic & Community
In the midst of our modern world, the global pandemic has cast a long shadow over our communities, presenting both formidable challenges and unexpected opportunities for those of us who walk by faith. Think back to the early days of...
Finding Sin in Everyday Moments
In our bustling, modern world, sin often presents itself like a shadow lurking in the corners of our everyday lives. It whispers in the chaos of our routines, urging us toward selfishness or despair. Yet, just as the people of...
Finding Trust in Everyday Moments
In our fast-paced, ever-changing world, trust has become a precious commodity, often harder to find than a needle in a haystack. We see this struggle reflected in the lives of those around us. I remember a dear friend named Jessica,...
Finding God in Healthcare & Healing Ministry
In our bustling modern world, the intersection of Healthcare and Healing Ministry presents both intricate challenges and profound opportunities for people of faith. Think about it: every day, we witness the juxtaposition of hope and despair in hospitals and clinics....
Lessons from Social Justice & Christianity
In our fast-paced world, the intersection of Social Justice and Christianity can feel overwhelming, like a stormy sea threatening to capsize our faith. Yet, just as the early Christians faced their own turbulent waters, we too are called to navigate...
Morning Meditation: Diversity & Inclusion
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause in your presence this morning, my heart is stirred by the profound call to embrace Diversity and Inclusion, a theme woven deeply into the fabric of our faith. In 1 Thessalonians 5:11, we are...
Lessons from Social Media & Faith
In our fast-paced digital age, social media has morphed into a bustling marketplace of ideas, a virtual temple where voices clash, and opinions are exchanged at lightning speed. Much like the merchants in the temple courts, we often find ourselves...
Spiritual Insight: Social Justice & Christianity
Dear Heavenly Father, As I stand before you today, I am deeply stirred by the call to intertwine our faith with the pressing issues of social justice in our world. In 1 Thessalonians 5:11, we are urged to "encourage one...
Evening Prayer: Economic Inequality & Generosity
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause in your presence tonight, I find myself wrestling with the stark realities of economic inequality that surround us. I think of the single mother in our community, who juggles multiple jobs just to keep...
Spiritual Insight: Mental Health & Spirituality
Dear Heavenly Father, In this sacred moment, I pause to consider the delicate dance between Mental Health and Spirituality in my life. I’m reminded of the profound truth in 1 Thessalonians 5:11, which urges us to “encourage one another and...
Quiet Time: Climate Change & Stewardship
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause to reflect on the pressing issue of Climate Change and our call to stewardship, I am reminded of the profound encouragement found in 1 Thessalonians 5:11, where we are urged to "encourage one another...
Daily Political Division & Unity
Dear Heavenly Father, As I sit in quiet reflection today, I can’t help but think about the turbulence of our political landscape—an arena often marked by division and discord. It brings to mind the wisdom found in 1 Thessalonians 5:11,...
Morning Meditation: Digital Addiction & Freedom
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause in your presence this morning, I am struck by the pervasive grip of digital addiction in my life and in the lives of those around me. It’s like a fog that blankets our hearts,...