Treasure: The Journey to a Generous Heart - Part 4 (1 Thessalonians 5:12-19)

Treasure: The Journey to a Generous Heart

Part 4 (1 Thessalonians 5:12-19)

19 Do not quench the Spirit.

12 Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you.

dominion under authority

13 Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. 

a respectful relationship

14 And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone. 

new identity (God-called & Spirit-gifted)

15 Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else.

love vs. tolerance

16 Rejoice always,

17 pray continually,

18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

19 Do not quench the Spirit.