1 Thessalonians 2:7-12 Display Jesus by Investing (2:7-10), Influencing (2:9-12), For Eternal Purposes (2:12). Why do we not invest and influence with eternal purpose? Busy, Private, Perceived Inefficiency, Uncertain about our own lives. How do we invest and influence with eternal purpose? Allow others to invest in and influence us, Work together, Say no in order to Say Yes, Take long-term view and remember seasons of life, Don't lose focus of the message and the goal.