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Go Deeper This Week
Scripture and questions for study and reflection:
Read 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11.

1. What is \\u201cthe day of the Lord\\u201d Paul refers to in this passage? Why do you think he was focused on this? Do you think the church today focuses on this in the same way? Why/why not?

2. How will the day of the Lord be different for believers and unbelievers?

3. In verse 3 Paul says, \\u201cWhile people are saying, \\u2018Peace and safety,\\u2019 destruction will come on them suddenly\\u201d? Pastor Mick discussed that \\u201cPeace and safety\\u201d was a propaganda slogan of the Roman government. Given that, how might this verse be even more relevant to us today in our highly charged political climate?

4. To whom is Paul saying destruction will come, and for what reason?

5. Paul describes followers of Jesus as \\u201cchildren of the light and children of the day\\u201d whereas non-believers are described as belonging to the night and darkness. What does Paul mean by this? How should this impact the way we live as followers of Jesus?

6. Paul talks about being asleep in two very different ways. What does he mean by each usage of that term?

7. In verse 8 Paul discusses faith, hope and love in terms of battle gear. Why do you think he does that? What does he mean?

8. Paul closes this passage telling us to \\u201cencourage one another and build each other up\\u201d in verse 11. Why is this so important? How well are we doing this in the modern church? How might we improve?

Prayer for the Week:
Lord Jesus, you are the King of kings and the Lord of lords. We submit our lives to you and put all of our trust in you. We know that it is our relationship with you that saves us from destruction. Help us to share this truth with those who are still living in darkness, separated from you, so that they too may be saved. Prepare us for the spiritual battles that lie ahead, and help us to encourage one another and lift each other up. We pray all of this in your precious, holy and strong name, Lord Jesus. Amen.