Paul’s message to the Thessalonians reveals what honors God most: the people we love and serve. Our true “crown” in God’s presence isn’t personal achievements but the lives we uplift through genuine love and sacrifice. For Paul, Silas, and Timothy, love wasn’t about feelings but steadfast actions, even amid persecution. Trials are inevitable, yet Paul demonstrates that our response should be greater love and encouragement. The impact of loving others isn’t always immediate, but seeing transformed lives renews our strength. Paul’s prayer is for love to increase and overflow, and we’re invited to make it our own, drawing from Jesus’ love to empower us. As we embrace this call, we’re building a lasting legacy that reflects God’s kingdom.
Pastor Andy Rock is the Senior Pastor of Coastal Community Church. It’s located in Grover Beach, CA, and serves communities across the central coast.
Join us online each week on Sunday morning at 9am for our weekly live stream. We also have two in-person services at 9am and 10:40am in our sanctuary.
Coastal Community Church is located at 1830 Farroll Road, Grover Beach, CA 93420.
For more information, visit our website: https://www.mycoastal.org
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