For weeks we’ve been tapping 1st Thessalonians for the HOPE it offers. As this letter closes, it leaves us with… A PRAYER FOR PEACE – because God is 1 Thes 5:23 A PROMISE OF HOPE – because God is 1 Thes 5:24 AND A FEW CLOSING THOUGHTS God has given us a hope hack as we wait 1 Thes 5:25 The holiest kiss I ever saw 1 Thes 5:26 A surprising way we’re connected to the early believers 1 Thes 5:27 When in doubt, this is always a great place to land 1 Thes 5:28 Questions for Further Reflection & Discussion If you could “remodel” one room in your home instantly, which would it be and why? Read 1 Thessalonians 5:23-28 and review the sermon outline. What stands out for you? In vs. 23, Paul prays that God would keep the recipients of his letter “blameless.” Where do you feel God doing some “remodeling” in your life right now? How does vs. 24 make you feel? Encouraged? Complacent? Motivated? Relaxed? Other? God has given us a hope hack called prayer (see v. 25). How does prayer lead to hope? Verse 26 highlights the affection and warmth found in Christian community. What does this look like on a practical level today? See vs. 27. This letter was read aloud to the whole church. And we’re still reading it today! How has this study of 1 Thessalonians shaped your spiritual outlook? Paul ends with grace. Where do you most need to “land on grace” right now? In your thoughts, relationships, or circumstances? Extra credit: For a deeper dive into Sunday’s message, check out the Unhurried with Doug Kyle podcast on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.