Day 331: 1/2 Thessalonians

It is a good reminder in chapter 2 to be gentle when sharing the gospel. Sometimes it is hard to reconcile bold and gentle in one act, but both are required.

4:11-12 is a good reminder concerning our jobs. How we do our job is a witness to others. "so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders."

Final instructions in many of the letters are like the grand finale of fireworks! They are like a whole bunch of really powerful statements one right after another.

• pray continually
• give thanks in all circumstances
• be joyful always
• test everything
• hold on to the good
• encourage the timid
• warn those who are idle
• help the weak
• be patient with everyone