Stand Strong In The Word

Paul reiterates the fact that believers in Jesus no longer live in darkness because they have been set free from sin and death (Col. 1:13). Unbelievers are blinded to the return of Christ (Jn. 3:19-21; Eph. 4:18). However, for Christians, the return of Christ is a consummation of our salvation. Therefore, we are to remain alert and watchful for Jesus's return!

#199 "WHAT IS THE DAY OF THE LORD?" (1 Thessalonians 5:1-3) by Jason Jimenez

There is a lot of confusion surrounding the details of the rapture. Some Christians believe Christ will take-up his church before the tribulation, while others believe the rapture occurs mid-way or at the end of the tribulation. On today's podcast, Jason goes deep into 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, and uncovers the truths of the doctrine of the rapture. If you have questions about the rapture, this episode is perfect for you! For more information about STAND STRONG Ministries https://www.standstrongministries.org

What does your life look like with people who aren't Christian? On today's episode, Jason teaches from 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12, and takes the insight given by Paul to teach you how to mature in your witness to others.

We can spend way too much time trying to please others (or ourselves) that we neglect pleasing God. In this episode, Jason teaches from 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, and highlights three powerful truths given by Paul as to how to please the Lord.

#195 "ARE YOU SEEKING DIRECTION FOR YOUR LIFE?" (1 THESSALONIANS 3: 11-13) by Jason Jimenez

Although Paul faced many of his own challenges, it brought him comfort to know the Thessalonians were “standing strong in the Lord.” It is vital for Christians to have a strong community of fellowship and a support system that is there to help them learn and grow in all aspects of life.

In 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5, we will learn three vital points to help as a remedy to overcome emotional distress.

We can be obliviously sometimes to the hindrances of Satan in our lives. On today's episode, Jason teaches from 1 Thessalonians 2:17-20, and uncovers some of the tactics of Satan to try and destroy your ministry efforts to others.

We follow lots of people. But how many people are following you? As we continue our study in 1 Thessalonians 2, you will learn the value of modeling Christ to those around you.

It is important for us to be under godly leadership. On today's podcast, we see a great example of a leader who worked hard to serve the people and whose conduct was blameless.

For some people, showing affection is hard to do. What about you? Do you find it easy to show affection to those you love? In 1 Thessalonians 2, Paul opens his heart to a group of Christians and expresses his deep love for them. Truly a passage that can teach us how to love those in our care.

Are you aware that if you're constantly seeking the approval of others it's because you have a form of insecurity in your life? So what do you do about it? Today, Jason teaches from 1 Thessalonians 2:3-6, and gives some practical tips on how to seek the approval of God, not man.

After offering thanksgiving for the ministry to the Thessalonians, Paul now spends half of his letter defending his conduct in ministry and exhorting the Thessalonians to grow in their faith.

There were many times Paul encouraged people to imitate his faith in Christ. What about you? Whose imitating your faith and why?

What are the "triads" that make-up the Christian life?

For Paul, the world offered no real joy or hope. He told the Galatians that the world had been "crucified" to him and he to the world. What did Paul mean by that and what does it mean for us today?

It takes time to grow a garden. Similarly, spiritual fruit requires hard work and a whole lot of patience. On today's episode, Jason teaches from Galatians 6:9-10, and helps Christians who are losing heart to not give up.

Learn how to sow to the spirit so that you can live an abundant life.

In Galatians 6:1-5, Paul layouts a precept for Christians to live by: to restore others back to God.