1 Thessalonians 4:1-12
Reflect
Paul begins this passage by reminding his readers of the way they ought to live: lives that would please God, lifestyles that were holy. Most think of living a holy life as one absent of “fun”, but I like what one commentator has to say about it. He writes,“holiness for Paul is a matter of becoming more and more like the God who has chosen, called, and saved us.” Our society is not unlike what the Thessalonians were facing, and for us to live this out today may mean saying no to what the world has said is best. But I agree with the commentator. Why not live a life that is more and more like the God who chose me, called me and saves me? The world won’t have my back in the end, but God will.
Pastor Terry
Pray for Paul Tan - Navigators
Guided by 2 Timothy 2:2, The Navigators of Canada have come alongside people who desire a deeper connection with God by offering a transformative and holistic mentoring relationship. The Navigators engage with the life-giving Word and intentionally equip Christ-followers to confidently pass along their faith and, in turn, help others know Jesus.
Having experienced the wonder of the gospel of Jesus and the impact of one-on-one discipling, Paul Tan is committed to coming alongside others to discover Jesus in environments of grace and help believers grow as apprentices of Jesus so that they can be Christ’s ambassadors next door to everywhere (in classrooms, neighbourhoods and workplace). Presently, he also serves as Edmonton City Leader, supervising, leading and shepherding the Navigator staff team in Edmonton. Pray for God to raise up a new generation of workers in Edmonton with the Navigators (Matthew 9:36-38). Pray for a gospel renewal in the University of Alberta.