1 Thessalonians 1:4-10 God's People- Family, loved, Chosen. Dealing with Difficult Subjects- Build side rails and bridges. Guard against the "dangerous opposite." Be humble. Be extremely careful about choosing up sides. God's Purpose- Chosen, to Worship, to be conformed to Christ, To make the Gospel known. Display (Action)- Powered Convictions of the Holy Spirit Joy in affliction Proclaim (Message) Turn from idols Serve Living and True God Wait for Christ's coming