Thursday, October 15, 2026

Scripture

“The word of the Lord has sounded forth from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia, but in every place your faith in God has become known.” 1 Thessalonians 1:8

Reflections

Your witness matters.

The Apostle Paul shared the message about Jesus with the people of Thessalonica.  A number of Thessalonians who had been worshiping idols turned to serve the one true living God.  They, in turn, became an example to all believers in Macedonia and Achaia.  Every place they went, their faith in God became known.

There is a chain of witnesses in this.  First, the Apostle Paul, then the people of Thessalonica, then the people of Macedonia and Achaia, and then the everywhere else they went.  They spoke the message of Jesus.  They became examples of people living in the way of Jesus.

If you stop and think about your faith today, it can be traced back to a chain of people speaking and living the faith.  We are the result of the faith being passed from literally hundreds of generations.  Just imagine how many may follow after you.

In this life, you’ll never know the number of lives touched by your Christian faith and life.  Continue to follow in the ways of Jesus.  It will be noticed.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for the people who shared the gospel of Jesus Christ with me.  Come, Holy Spirit.  Be with me this day that I might be a living example to others.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10