1. Not In Vain 1 Thessalonians

2. Not in vain Vain: To no avail, unsuccessful. Luke 8:12 Those by the wayside are the ones who hear; then the devil comes and takes away the word out of their hearts, lest they should believe and be saved. Romans 10:16 But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Isaiah says, "LORD, WHO HAS BELIEVED OUR REPORT?"

3. Not in vain 1 Thessalonians 2:1 For you yourselves know, brethren, that our coming to you was not in vain. Why???

4. The manner in which it was preached With much power 1:5 Boldly in much conflict 2:2 With the correct motivation 2:3-6 With the right disposition 2:7-12 With long term care 2:17-3:10 With prayer 3:11-13; 1:2-3; 5:23-25

5. The manner in which it was received As the word of God 2:13 In much affliction 1:6-7; 2:14-16 Sounding forth the word themselves 1:8 Turning from idols 1:9-10

6. The manner in which it was continued In continued growth 3:12; 4:1-2, 10 In purity 4:3-8 With brotherly love 4:9-12 In comfort of the resurrection and return of Christ 4:13-18 Prepared for the return of Christ 5:1-11 With discipline 5:12-22 With teaching 5:27

7. Not in Vain 1 Thessalonians