Letter to the Thessalonians | Week 9 – He Will

 

As followers of Jesus, we recognize that God has a plan. We play a role in His plan, even when we don’t see or understand the big picture. He calls us to simply follow His lead and to play our part. God is faithful, all loving and will never let us down. As we read in Jeremiah’s famous chapter 29, God has a plan to prosper us and He makes himself available to us, even in, and especially in, the most difficult times of our lives. Knowing this, should give us great joy; the kind of joy that influences our every word, action and thought. The kind of joy that reminds us that He will accomplish His plan and that He will lead us to victory in Jesus.

 

READ Philippians 4:4

 

“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!”

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READ these verses again and consider these related questions.

 

What should cause to rejoice at all times?

 

How does rejoicing affect our mood, demeanor and outlook? 

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

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Read 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; Habakkuk 3:17-19; John 10:10; Revelation 21:1-4; Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 143:9-10; Ephesians 5:15-17 

 

1. How do we begin to know and understand what God’s will is for us?

 

2. How does God’s macro level will, impact His individual will for us?

 

3. What kind of things can you be thankful for in difficult circumstances?

 

4. Why is a regular and consistent prayer life important for understanding God’s will?

 

5. Refer back to 1 Thessalonians 4:3, how does it relate to today’s passage?

 

6. How does focusing on God’s will ensure that we will make right choices?

 

7. Describe how the message of the Gospel is the most important part of God’s will. 

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