1 Thessalonians: Faith and Works in a Vibrant Church
Paul writes to the growing body of believers in Thessalonica. He is delighted that they are advancing in their knowledge of Christ and in their love for one another and he encourages them to continue so that they may grow even more.
Hostility Towards The Gospel (1 Thessalonians 2:13-16)
The Thessalonian church living out the Word of God comes under persecution. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16.
Godly Leadership (1 Thessalonians 2:7-12)
A godly leader will evidence many character qualities that fit him for the service to others that leadership brings. Three of these qualities are described by Paul in these verses as he describes how he ministered to the Thessalonian Church. He was a gentle, giving guide to them. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12.
An Approved Ministry (1 Thessalonians 2:1-6)
Paul describes his conduct among the Thessalonians even after suffering so much affliction in Philippi. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6.
Examples to All, the Thessalonian Church (1 Thessalonians 1:4-10)
Paul shows his affection for the Thessalonian believers who were Chosen (vs4), Convinced (vs5), Cherished (vs6), Copycats (vs7), Communicators (vs8), and Calm (vs10). An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10.
Thessalonica Love in Action (1 Thessalonians 1:1-4)
Introduction to the book of 1 Thessalonians. Discovering the work of faith, the labor of love, and the steadfast hope in Christ Jesus of the church at Thessalonica. An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4.
Cornel Rasor
Pastor/Elder
Cornel was raised on a cattle ranch north of Sandpoint with his parents and 4 siblings. He graduated from Sandpoint High School in 1974. Cornel studied veterinary medicine at North Idaho College and The University of Idaho. He left college and married Kim Luckey in 1976. He worked in the lumber and logging industry until 1981 when he became the manager of the Army Surplus Store.
Cornel and Kim have 3 children and 16 grandchildren. Cornel was saved in 1975 and has been involved in the teaching ministry for 3 decades. As a young Christian, he was discipled by Jess Whetsel and finds great joy in joining him in ministry at KCC where he is active in teaching and occasional preaching. Cornel has been an elder at KCC since 2014.
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