This chunk shows us Paul’s attitude and priorities for the Thessalonians, and what’s behind his desperate love for them. Checking it out gives us the opportunity to reflect on and sharpen our own attitudes and priorities for our faith family. Totally worth it - they’ll be our joy in eternity.

Here are 4 essential characteristics of Christian leadership.

We all have role models that we look up to; everyone is influenced by someone else. Sometimes that's a good thing - sometimes, it's not so good. Paul knew that as he shared the Gospel with the Thessalonians, they would watch his life carefully to see if it matched up with what he preached. He became their role model. Are there Christians that you watch and learn from; are people watching you? Is that a good thing that they are?

Faith, Love and Hope are 3 essential signs of life that shape the way we relate to God & others.They sound cheesy, but look gritty in everyday life.