• They Need Your Prayers
    Topics: Church & Worship, Prayer   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:25

    How often do you pray for your pastor? We’ll get to know a man named Jerry who actually prays for his church leaders for one hour every day. Read More

  • One Vital Message
    Topics: Revival, Sin & Repentance   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:9

    The book of Revelation begins with messages to seven churches. In most cases, God says, “I have this against you.” Read More

  • The Wrath Absorber
    Topics: Salvation & My New Identity   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:2

    If you feel guilt and shame today, you can be totally free. Hear a powerful presentation on grace and freedom. Read More

  • We Have Been Approved
    Topics: Salvation & My New Identity   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:2

    Most people grow up hearing that they’re supposed to “be good.” But this message is far different than the gospel. Read More

  • The Gospel in Your Daily Thoughts
    Topics: Salvation & My New Identity   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:2

    The conversations you have with yourself make a huge difference in your life. Carrie Gaul shows you how to continually tell yourself the gospel. Read More

  • A Yearning for Approval
    Topics: Salvation & My New Identity   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4

    Deep in your heart, do you ever find yourself asking questions like this: Am I good enough? Do I have what it takes? What do people think of me? Read More

Chapter 1

  • Episode 1: Stay Awake
    Topics: God & Truth, Missional Living   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:9-10

    Discover that the whole world is waiting for Jesus to come back and be challenged with the question: are you awake? Read More

  • One Vital Message
    Topics: Revival, Sin & Repentance   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:9

    The book of Revelation begins with messages to seven churches. In most cases, God says, “I have this against you.” Read More

  • They’re Watching You
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Missional Living   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:6-7

    Have you ever realized that as a Christian, people are watching you? Not in a surveillance kind of way, but they’re noticing how you live. Read More

  • All in the Family
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:4

    How does viewing other believers as your brothers and sisters in Christ change how you consider and interact with them? Read More

Chapter 2

  • The Needs of the Children
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Missional Living   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12

    When it comes to ministry, we need to tailor it to where people are. Read More

  • A Different Kind of Encouragement
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Hope & Encouragement   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:12

    Encouragement doesn’t always mean telling people “nice” stuff to make them feel good. Sometimes it’s providing correction. Read More

  • A Serious Attitude
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Surrender   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13

    When it comes to serving others in ministry, it’s important to be in tune with them and their individual needs. Read More

  • Up Close and Personal
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Missional Living   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:17

    No, true ministry is relational; it’s up close and personal. Read More

  • The Reward for Our Service
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20

    The people into whose lives we’ve invested and who have been touched and transformed by the gospel. They are our reward. They are what bring us joy. Read More

  • Portrait of a Godly Father
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Motherhood & Family, Relationships, Friendships & Mentoring   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:8-12

    From a daughter's heart, Nancy shares some personal glimpses from her father's life. Read More

  • Motivation for Ministry
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4

    When it comes to serving God, what’s your motivation? The answer matters to God. Read More

  • The Purpose of Ministry
    Topics: Women's Ministry   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20

    It’s easy for people to drift and to think ministry is about us rather than the Lord. Nancy helps us make sure we’re serving for the right reasons. Read More

  • The Cost and Blessing of Servanthood
    Topics: Women's Ministry   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1 - 2 Thessalonians 2:20

    Do you ever feel like you’re pouring yourself out to others without getting anything back? Nancy talks about the rewards of being a servant. Read More

  • Episode 2: Work While We Wait
    Topics: God & Truth, Missional Living   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20

    Erin Davis casts a vision for how to wait for Jesus' second return well. Read More

  • More Than the Gospel
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Missional Living   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:8

    How has someone given of themselves in ministering to you? How can you do the same today for someone else? Read More

  • It’s All Ministry
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Missional Living   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:9

    Are there any ways you’re neglecting your daily responsibilities in the name of ministry? Read More

  • A Yearning for Approval
    Topics: Salvation & My New Identity   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4

    Deep in your heart, do you ever find yourself asking questions like this: Am I good enough? Do I have what it takes? What do people think of me? Read More

Chapter 3

  • A Necessary Part
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Suffering & Trials   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:3

    When we minister to others in any capacity, we need to know that at some point we will experience suffering. Read More

Chapter 4

  • Mind Your Own Business
    Portia Collins   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11

    Have you ever been so invested in someone else’s business that you stopped tending to your own? Read More

  • Protecting Our Brothers
    Topics: Revival, Sin & Repentance   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

    Every day you are being offered a scam. Someone is trying to convince you to buy into his way of thinking about relationships. Read More

  • Control Your Own Body
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4

    We need to know what entices us to immorality and avoid it, and we also need to know what encourages us to be pure and activate it. Read More

  • Practice Well
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Grief & Death   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:14

    One of these days, our earthly story will end, but when we turn the last page and put the book down, we’ll get to meet the Author face-to-face! Read More

  • Episode 3: More & More
    Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-10

    Sanctification is a supernatural work of the Spirit. Day by day, moment by moment, God is changing you to be more like Him. Read More

  • Episode 4: Stay Hopeful
    Topics: Hope & Encouragement   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11

    What will give us fortitude as we stand for Christ in a culture that is increasingly hostile? Jesus is coming back. Read More

  • The Wrath Absorber
    Topics: Salvation & My New Identity   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:2

    If you feel guilt and shame today, you can be totally free. Hear a powerful presentation on grace and freedom. Read More

  • We Have Been Approved
    Topics: Salvation & My New Identity   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:2

    Most people grow up hearing that they’re supposed to “be good.” But this message is far different than the gospel. Read More

  • The Gospel in Your Daily Thoughts
    Topics: Salvation & My New Identity   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:2

    The conversations you have with yourself make a huge difference in your life. Carrie Gaul shows you how to continually tell yourself the gospel. Read More

Chapter 5

  • How Do You Pray Without Ceasing?
    Topics: Prayer   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17

    What does it mean to pray without ceasing? Find out how to stay connected with the Lord throughout your day. Read More

  • Take Your Prayer Life Out of the Box
    Dannah Gresh   Topics: Prayer   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17

    Prayer is an ongoing conversation with God. He goes with you everywhere. So, why would you relegate your prayer life to one portion of the day? Read More

  • A Daily Opportunity
    Robyn McKelvy   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

    We need to make sure that everything we do and say shows glory to Jesus. Read More

  • Build One Another Up
    Erin Davis   Topics: Hope & Encouragement   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

    Encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing. Read More

  • Why We Need Each Other
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

    God has graciously given us His Spirit and His Church. And for us women, God has given us a community of other believing women for inspiration and support. Read More

  • Confronting Ingratitude
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Gratitude   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:8

    Try this: confront ingratitude and cultivate a thankful spirit in your closest relationship. Read More

  • Episode 4: Stay Hopeful
    Topics: Hope & Encouragement   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11

    What will give us fortitude as we stand for Christ in a culture that is increasingly hostile? Jesus is coming back. Read More

  • Episode 5: Wick Trimming 101
    Topics: God & Truth, Missional Living   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22

    Jesus is coming back. It won’t be long now. Will your King find you awake and ready? Read More

  • Two Powerful Phrases
    Robyn McKelvy   Topics: Hope & Encouragement   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

    We need to be available to be what God has called us to be in that person’s life. Read More

  • They Need Your Prayers
    Topics: Church & Worship, Prayer   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:25

    How often do you pray for your pastor? We’ll get to know a man named Jerry who actually prays for his church leaders for one hour every day. Read More

  • Gratitude as a Reflex
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Gratitude   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

    Joni Eareckson Tada has inspired countless people with her joyful resilience in the face of extreme physical limitations. Read More

  • Encouraging One Another
    Erin Davis   Topics: Hope & Encouragement   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

    In 1 Thessalonians 5:11 points us to the reason why we should take time to speak life-giving words to each other. Read More

  • Honoring Spiritual Leaders
    Topics: Church & Worship   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

    When your children aren’t getting along with each other, it can take up all of your time. Maybe your pastor feels the same way. Read More

  • Moods and Attitudes
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Fear, Anxiety & Emotions   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23

    God has promised to meet all our needs and give us grace to respond to the challenges and difficulties of every season. Read More

  • A Lifestyle of Prayer
    Kim Cash Tate   Topics: Prayer   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17

    For each of us as believers, our prayer lives will look different. But one thing is commanded of us all—“pray without ceasing” (1 Thess. 5:17). Read More

  • Be a Comfort
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Forgiveness & Bitterness   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

    Scripture reminds us that affliction not only allows us to receive deep, rich comfort from God but gives us a basis from which to minister comfort to others. Read More

  • Root for the Home Team!
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

    Our ability to give humble, helpful critique and have it be well-received is in direct proportion to the effort we make to give the gift of encouragement. Read More

  • The Blessing of Thorns
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Gratitude   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

    May we learn to praise God and be thankful in everything. Read More

  • Needed Encouragement
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Hope & Encouragement   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

    Joy and blessing, satisfaction and fullness, come from one source alone. They are the byproduct of believing what God has said. Read More

  • The Perspective Gratitude Brings
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Gratitude   Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

    How can choosing to be thankful change your perspective on the hard things of life? Read More