There will be visible manifestations of the work of God’s Word in believers that will include endurance through the inevitable opposition faithful followers will face.

Rightly understood, the gospel motivates us to continually give thanks to God, not only for His work in and through us, but for all things.

When God’s Word is received and believed for what it truly is, it does the work of gospel transformation that God intends.

The apostles’ conduct among the Thessalonians demonstrated the life-shaping power of the gospel and set an example for them to follow in their own lives and community.

The message of the gospel is true, and its truth is supported and strengthened by the integrity of the messengers God sent.