On Sunday, we concluded the Independence Day weekend with a spirited worship. As part of the service, we continued our study of Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians, focusing on the apostle's encouragement for the new Christians not to backslide, but to hold onto their new faith. In particular, Paul reminded them not to turn back to certain actions that were considered appropriate by the wider culture, but disrespectful through the eyes of faith.
In focusing on this text, we considered how we face a similar challenge today. There is a certain way of life that is strongly encouraged by our surrounding culture -- what might be called "looking out for #1" -- and our Christian faith suggests different priorities and a different understanding of the value and integrity of each person.
If you missed Sunday's sermon, if you'd like to listen to it again, or if you'd like to share it with others, you can listen to it here.
You can also listen to the communion meditation and the concluding benediction.
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