1 Thessalonians 1 ~ Praying Scripture

Please read 1 Thessalonians 1.

Meditate on verse 2.

We give thanks to God always for all of you,

making mention of you in our prayers.

Paul established the church at Thessalonica amid much persecution.   The believers were falsely accused, and physical violence was used against them.  Paul was sent away from the city and after going to Berea and Athens, arrived in Corinth (Acts 17).  The Thessalonian Christians were still on his mind and heart.  He wrote this letter to find out how they were holding up under tremendous opposition and to encourage them that they were not forgotten.  He told them he was always thanking God for them and praying for them.  His words were a healing balm to spiritual, emotional, and even physical wounds.

2000 years later, Christians are still under severe opposition.  Who do you know that is going through a difficult situation?  Who needs an encouraging word and a reminder that they are not forgotten but being mentioned in prayer?

Pray 1 Thessalonians 1:2-4, 6-7 over them as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7) then tell them that you did.

“Lord, thank You for ______________.

Thank You for their work of faith,

labor of love, and steadfastness of hope in You, Jesus.

Thank You for loving them and for choosing them.

Even in the midst of much tribulation,

let them continue to receive Your Word

with the joy of the Holy Spirit,

so they will be an example to all the believers.

For the sake of Your name, Jesus~”