Biblically Battling Depression

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

1. Rejoice always II Cor 6:10, Heb 3:18, Pr 17:22, Pr 13:12, Gal 5:22
a. We ask - Eph 1:13
b. Keep Biblical perspective
c. Walk in His council - John 15:9-11, Ps 32:1-5

2. Pray without ceasing Pr 12:25, Philip 4:6-7, Ps 42:11

3. In everything give thanks Philip 4:6,8

Pursuing Peace with Others

1 Thessalonians 5:1-7

1. With those over you. Rom 13, 1 Sam 24, Matt 20:25-28, Heb 13:17

2. With those among you.

3. With anyone and everyone. Luke 6:27-33

Of the Day

1 Thessalonians 5:7-11

If we are of Christ, if we are of the day then lets live like it.
These are some practical steps in helping us do that.

1. Be Sober.(vs 7-8) Titus 2:14, Eph 5:8,10,18 Luke 21:34

2. Put on your armor.(vs 8-10) Matt 11:29 1 Pet 5:8 Eph 6:11 Rom 8:37 Pr 4:23, Ps 119:11, 20:7

3. Build up one another.(vs 11) Heb 10:24

A Thief in the Night

1 Thessalonians 5:1-7

I. What is the day of the Lord?

II. Why is it going to be like a thief in the night? Luke 21:34-36

III. What should we be doing in the mean time?
a. Don't fall asleep.
b. Be watchful.
c. Stay sober. Eph 5:18