Today’s technology allows us to be connected with family and friends from around the world.\u00a0 This is similar to the apostle Paul and his letter to the Thessalonians.\u00a0 Paul is writing to reach out and be in relationship with a group of believers he was in close relationship to.\u00a0 Paul teaches us in this chapter and a half, the importance of deep, intimate Christian relationships.\u00a0 \u00a0It draws us in to question our own relationships.\u00a0 Are your Christian relationships strong enough to produce a deep longing within you when you are separated?\u00a0 Are you involved in the faith life of your fellow believers at a level that can offer you the the support and connection needed to face the many trials of today?<\/p>\n
Join Pastor Doug as he shares the friendship, support, and encouragement the Thessalonian believers and the apostle Paul shared and how that should encourage us to continue to invest in our relationships.<\/p>\n
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