Digging Deeper

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Church,

Today I had the privilege of preaching on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. In this passage, we see three imperatives (essential, urgent commands) with three absolute qualifiers:

- Be joyful (always)
- Be prayerful (without ceasing)
- Be thankful (in all circumstances)

As you enter in this season of Thanksgiving and Christmas, let's remember to meditate on God, the gospel, and anything good (Phil. 4:8).

I hope you'll process this sermon personally and in community with others and I hope you'll consider using the sermon discussion guide each week to dig deeper for your own edification.

Remember to ask yourself two questions:
1. What is God trying to teach me?
2. What am I going to do about it?

If there's anything I can do to serve you or equip you in this season, please let me know.

Have a great Thanksgiving!

Soli Deo Gloria,
Pastor Brett Ricley

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