When someone you love passes away, there’s a natural season of grief and sorrow that follows. The Apostle Paul addresses this process in his letter to the Thessalonians in a passage that brings hope and healing to Christians who suffer loss today.
- Topics:
- Christian Thinking
- Death
- Grief
- New Birth
- Preaching Christ from the Old Testament
- Sorrow
- Sovereignty of God
- Suffering
- Worldview
Belief And Behavior, Volume 1
The Thessalonian church held a tender place in the heart of the Apostle Paul. In this expositional study of Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians, we see a paradigm for pastoral ministry, emphasizing the life-changing content of the Gospel and the concerns of Paul’s heart for the healthy spiritual growth of the individuals that make up the church body. Alistair Begg teaches from this rich resource to help us develop an understanding of the dynamics of the Christian life, both in what we believe and how we are to behave. Paul was confident in the Thessalonians’ standing in Christ, and in volume one of this series, we see his deep thankfulness and affection for these young believers. Here we see a pastor’s careful treatment of the Gospel along with a deep love for the Church. When Christian ministry strikes this balance, the Church is strengthened and looks to those in leadership with respect and in anticipation of teaching, care, and prayer.
Belief And Behavior, Volume 2
The Thessalonian church held a tender place in the heart of the Apostle Paul. In this expositional study of Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians, we see a paradigm for pastoral ministry, emphasizing the life-changing content of the gospel and the concerns of Paul’s heart for the healthy spiritual growth of the individuals that make up the church body. Alistair Begg teaches from this rich resource to help us to develop an understanding of the dynamics of the Christian life, both in what we believe and how we are to behave. In volume two of this series, we see Paul’s answer to the question, “How do we please God?”The intensely practical answer delves into the areas of sexual purity, brotherly love, hard work, and honest living. We see that the foundation for belief and behavior is the saving work of Jesus Christ. Those who love Christ must wait with patient anticipation for His return, pleasing Him with our lives and steadfast in the certainty of our hope.
Belief And Behavior, Volume 3
The Thessalonian church held a tender place in the heart of the Apostle Paul. In this exposition of Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians, we see a paradigm for pastoral ministry, emphasizing the life-changing content of the gospel and the concerns of Paul’s heart for the healthy spiritual growth of the individuals that make up the church body. Alistair Begg teaches from this rich resource to help us to develop an understanding of the dynamics of the Christian life, both in what we believe and how we are to behave. Volume three of this series addresses principles of healthy corporate life and worship within the local church. Having established what they were to believe and the lifestyle they were to display, the Apostle Paul reminded his readers of their responsibilities to God and to each other. Living together as a church family involves submission to leadership, corporate worship, and genuine expressions of fellowship.Recent Broadcasts
All the Lonely People (Part 1 of 2)
Have you ever felt lonely, even in a crowd? On Truth For Life, Alistair Begg continues our series called Encore 2018 - offering comfort to people who are isolated and hurting, and reminding us that Jesus sees those whom society overlooks. More
How Long 'Til the End (Part 2 of 2)
In Daniel’s final prophetic vision, the question is asked, “How long until the end?” Scholars have debated the meaning of that question for generations. But on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg, we’re discovering what the Bible says about the End Times. More
How Long 'Til the End? (Part 1 of 2)
Whenever Jesus spoke of future days, the first response of the disciples was to inquire when all of it would come to pass. Even today, believers continue to wonder, "How long ‘til the End?" We’ll address this curious question on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg! More
It Is I Myself (Part 2 of 2)
Every spring, men and women around the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. But many have never considered why this event is globally acknowledged. Why does it matter that a Jewish carpenter rose from the grave two thousand years ago? Discover the answer on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg! More
