What does a Spirit-led believer look like in everyday life—and how does that shape a healthy church family?
In this final message of our 3-part mini-series in 1 Thessalonians 5:14-22, we consider Paul’s closing exhortations—simple, direct commands that reveal profound spiritual maturity. Christianity is not just something we confess with our lips, but a life we live daily, empowered by the Holy Spirit.
In this sermon, we explore how a healthy church is marked by believers who exercise discernment and devotion to truth. Paul calls us to avoid quenching the Spirit (Yes, it is possible to quench the Spirit and even resist the Spirit contrary to the belief of some theologians), to revere the preaching of God’s Word, to test all things by Scripture, and to cling to what is good while abstaining from every form of evil.
These are not abstract ideals—but practical instructions for believers who want their lives and churches to reflect the character of Christ. This isn't just good advice for pastors, but for all Christians.
Whether you are a new believer or a seasoned Christian, this message challenges us to examine our responsiveness to the Spirit, our hunger for God’s Word, and our commitment to holy living.
Get your Bible and follow along as we consider... 1) Spirit-Led Love Toward Others (vv. 14-15) 2) Review: Spirit-Led Attitude Toward God (vv.16–18) 3) Spirit-Led Sensitivity to Truth (vv.19–22)
