Triad in a True Believer

I Thessalonians 1:2-3, 9-10

I. Faith That Works – vv. 3, 9

A. Turning to God in faith

The Bible makes it clear that one is justified by faith apart from works.

See Romans 5:1; Ephesians 2:8-9

B. Turning from idols

True faith is evidenced in works of righteousness. cp James 2:17-20

II. Love That Labors – vv. 3, 9

A. The motivation of love

“…the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” (Romans 5:5)

B. The display of love

III. Hope That Endures – vv. 3, 10

A. Assurance – v. 10

B. An impetus for holy living – 3:13; 5:23

C. An incentive for service – 2:19-20

D. Anticipated blessings

• Being with Jesus – v. 10

• Receiving our new body –Romans 8:23

• Residing in our eternal home – John 14:1-3

• Reunion with those who have preceded us in death – 4:13-18