1 Thessalonians 1:5 English Standard Version (ESV) because our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction. You know what kind of men we proved to be among you for your sake.

There is so much to be said about this one verse that it would be easy to lose focus on the most important aspect of the verse. We are here for you.

Are you lost? Then the gospel is definitely needed.

Are you a new Christian struggling with the change? Then you definitely need the Word, your bible.

Are you a mature Christian that seeks to be used for the glory of God? Then you need to be empowered.

Are you being hounded by the lies of the enemy? Then you definitely need the Spirit of Truth to combat those lies.

Are you complacent with your position, comfortable with your effort, and just want to live your life in quiet reflection? Then you need to be convicted.

We all fit into one of these categories at some time, perhaps more than one. We are changed as we move from one state to another. The only constant is change. We are not meant to be perfected in this life. Perfection will come when this mortal shell is cast off and we put on immortality.

The Holy Spirit is given to enact God’s will and it is God’s will that we are to mature time over time until time ends. We are His to do with as He pleases and would love it if we cooperated like good obedient children.

Do we want to please the Father?