We’re studying a chapter of 1 Thessalonians each week (1, 2). Here are some simple questions and observations from chapter 3.

• Faith needs strengthening & encouraging (v.2, 10)
• Suffering & hardship is part of the package of following Christ (v.3-4, 7)
• Fear, temptation, spiritual battles and setbacks are too (v.5)
• Churches flourish with faith, love & genuine relationships (v.6, 11)
• Stories of faith in Christ encourage & inspire faith (v.8)
• Love for Christ, for the local church & the wider church can always increase (v.12)
• Jesus is coming back (v.13)