1. Lesson 6—Slide 1 Key Questions for Chapter 5:12-28 What is the Christian’s duty to leaders? What is the Christian’s duty to the “unruly”? What is the Christian’s duty to others? What is the Christian’s duty to themselves? Lesson 6: Religious Duties

2. Lesson 6—Slide 2 Is Paul talking about bishops/elders in this passage? (1 Th 5:12 NKJV) And we urge you, brethren, to recognize [appreciate, NASB] those who labor among you, and are over you [have charge over you, NASB] in the Lord and admonish you, Note: “over you” in I Th. 5:12 is the same word as “rule” in I Tim. 5:17. (1 Tim 5:17 NKJV) Let the elders who rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in the word and doctrine. What is the Christian’s duty to leaders?

3. Lesson 6—Slide 3 What is the responsibility of the bishops/ elders to the congregation? (1 Th 5:12 NKJV) And we urge you, brethren, to recognize [appreciate, NASB; know, KJV and ASV] those who labor among you, and are over you [have charge over you, NASB] in the Lord and admonish you, (1 Th 5:13 NKJV) and to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. Be at peace among yourselves. What is the responsibility of the congregation to the bishops/elders? What is the Christian’s duty to leaders? – Cont’d

4. Lesson 6—Slide 4 What does it mean to be “unruly”? (1 Th 5:14 NKJV) Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, … What are we told to do to those who are “unruly”? (1 Th 5:14 NKJV) Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all. (1 Th 5:15 NKJV) See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all. What is the Christian’s duty to the unruly?

5. Lesson 6—Slide 5 What do we do for those who are weak? (1 Th 5:14 NKJV) Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all. (1 Th 5:15 NKJV) See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all. What do we do for (not “to”) those who mistreat us? What is the Christian’s duty to others?

6. Lesson 6—Slide 6 What kind of attitude should a Christian have about life? (1 Th 5:16 NKJV) Rejoice always, (1 Th 5:17 NKJV) pray without ceasing, (1 Th 5:18 NKJV) in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. What is the Christian’s duty to themselves?

7. Lesson 6—Slide 7 What kind of attitude should a Christian have about God’s revelation to mankind? (1 Th 5:19 NKJV) Do not quench the Spirit. (1 Th 5:20 NKJV) Do not despise prophecies. What is the Christian’s duty to themselves? —Cont’d

8. Lesson 6—Slide 8 What kind of attitude should a Christian have about good and evil? (1 Th 5:21 NKJV) Test all things; hold fast what is good. (1 Th 5:22 NKJV) Abstain from every form of evil. What is the Christian’s duty to themselves? —Cont’d

9. Lesson 6—Slide 9 Is “partial sanctification” a Biblical concept? (1 Th 5:23 NKJV) Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ What is the Christian’s duty to themselves? —Cont’d

10. Lesson 6—Slide 10 Should we practice the “holy kiss” today? (1 Th 5:26 NKJV) Greet all the brethren with a holy kiss. What is the Christian’s duty to themselves? —Cont’d

11. Lesson 6—Slide 11 Should we encourage or discourage the reading of Bible? (1 Th 5:27 NKJV) I charge you by the Lord that this epistle be read to all the holy brethren. (1 Th 5:28 NKJV) The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen. What is the Christian’s duty to themselves? —Cont’d

12. Lesson 6—Slide 12 From Chapter 5:12-28 Members of every congregation should get to know, appreciate, and respect their bishops/elders; members should remain at peace. Those who are “unruly”—out of order in conduct or doctrine—should be warned. Christians should patiently help the weak and not take personal revenge. Christian should live lives of rejoicing, praying, and giving thanks. Christians should distinguish between good and evil—and take the good, leave the evil. Christians should fully sanctify themselves. What to Remember

13. Lesson 6—Slide 13 Should the Bible be read by all?