My Jesus – Growing Faith – 2nd Thessalonians 1:3-4

 

This is Namma for Christ with the one hundred ninety-ninth inspirational message dated Saturday, September 4th, 2021. The title of this message is “My Jesus – Growing Faith – 2nd Thessalonians 1:3-4”.

The first two words of this message’s title are also the words in the name of the below inspirational song/video, “My Jesus” (with lyrics) as sung by Christian artist “Anne Wilson”.  The below passage of scripture (that accompanies this message) is from the New Testament book of 2nd Thessalonians - the third through fourth verses of the first chapter:

2nd Thessalonians 1:3-4

New International Version - UK (NIVUK)

 

³ We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing. ⁴ Therefore, among God’s churches we boast about your perseverance and faith in all the persecutions and trials you are enduring.

 

Please see the below verses (2 Thessalonians 1:1-4 NIVUK) of the full message text -

1 Paul, Silas and Timothy,

To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:

² Grace and peace to you from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

³ We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing. ⁴ Therefore, among God’s churches we boast about your perseverance and faith in all the persecutions and trials you are enduring.

 

The title of this message also includes the words – “Growing Faith” – which is the “title” of the Charles Stanley “In Touch” Daily Devotional for (8/26/21) – which I have included below:

 

Growing Faith

2^nd Thessalonians 1:1-4

By Charles Stanley

 

       “Faith” isn’t a one-time event with the single purpose of ushering us into salvation. Sadly, some Christians never progress beyond this initial level of faith. But God wants our relationship with Him to continually grow.

      Willingness to trust the Lord affects every area of our life – how we feel, what we do, the way He blesses us. In some ways, it comes down to our focus: When you face difficulties or heartbreak, do you notice the impossibility of the circumstances, or do you see the greatness of our Father? Another way to ask the question is, “Whose voice are you listening to?”

      Our focus also affects our emotions. Those who choose to believe God experience peace and joy. But when we doubt, it’s easier for anxiety and fear to creep in. Then, instead of resting in Christ, we fuss and fume, trying to anticipate all possible outcomes and solve problems in our own strength.

      We need to realize that our faith is of utmost importance to God, and He takes joy in seeing it grow. He can move heaven and earth to act on our behalf and answer our prayers – and He delights in our choosing to believe that. By trusting Him, we will discover new excitement and adventure in life. We’ll also see that our Father is always faithful.

 

By Charles Stanley

 

 

I pray that you have enjoyed the above message and I pray that you will enjoy the accompanied song.

 

Please enjoy the below inspirational song/video, “My Jesus” (with lyrics) as sung by Christian artist “Anne Wilson” – performed with power and anointing.

 

(I do not own the rights to this song).

 

 (If you can't see the below video: Please scroll down to the end - Under the rectangular box labeled "Home" - please click "View web version". You will automatically be taken to the top of the message - please scroll down to the "end" of the message to view the video. Please press play to enjoy the song/video.)

 

BE BLESSED!