October 5, 2022

Passage Read: 1 Thessalonians 1-2
Meditation Verses: 1:4-5

Thought

Paul doesn't say in what way the power showed, but he does mention their full assurance in the midst of suffering persecution. Likely he also was able to do miracles, but the fact that they would believe and not fall away when their neighbors persecuted them for their faith in Christ is also a pretty big demonstration of the power of God and the conviction of the Holy Spirit. So God willing to do miracles in the lives of those who believe is a clear sign of His choosing of them.

Application

Of course, I would love to see God display His power when I share with others, in such a way that their lives are truly changed. I wouldn't mind seeing healings or enemies silenced, but I'd really like to see people connect with God and forsake the world.