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Sermons on 1 Thessalonians 1

5 sermons preach from 1 Thessalonians 1 in real church libraries — each one transcribed, summarized, and indexed to the verse. Jump to the exact moment a verse is quoted, or open the full sermon.

“they received the word and affliction went through hardship but had joy in it”
1 Thessalonians 1:6 · as preached in “Further In | 1 Thessalonians 1” at Passion City Church DC
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1 Thessalonians 1:3

2 sermons

““when the gospel takes root... we should see a labor of love and we should see the work of faith in the endurance of hope.””

Further In | 1 Thessalonians 1

Passion City Church DCAug 2026

A sermon on 1 Thessalonians 1 emphasizing how the gospel takes root in a community, producing conviction, changed behavior, resilient hope, and missional action. Practical next steps include nesting in church community, praying for opportunities and courage, showing up to serve, and reading Scripture to cultivate hope.

Hear it quoted26:14Open this sermon

“a faith that works, a love that labors, and a hope that endures”

Evidence of Revival | 1 Thessalonians 1

Passion City Church DCAug 2026

Using 1 Thessalonians 1, the sermon argues that genuine revival is visible by the fruit the gospel produces: a faith that works (active, reputation-bearing witness), a love that labors (sweat, tears, costly service), and a hope that endures (joyful perseverance rooted in Christ’s return). The preacher urges believers to test revival by these practical evidences rather than by emotion alone.

Hear it quoted22:11Open this sermon

1 Thessalonians 1:3-5

1 sermon

“Paul says he knows this church is chosen by God because the gospel came with visible power in their lives and produced a faith that works.”

Evidence of Revival | 1 Thessalonians 1

Passion City Church DCAug 2026

Using 1 Thessalonians 1, the sermon argues that genuine revival is visible by the fruit the gospel produces: a faith that works (active, reputation-bearing witness), a love that labors (sweat, tears, costly service), and a hope that endures (joyful perseverance rooted in Christ’s return). The preacher urges believers to test revival by these practical evidences rather than by emotion alone.

Hear it quoted9:26Open this sermon

1 Thessalonians 1:4-5

1 sermon

“Paul says we know God has chosen you, because the gospel came to you not only in word but in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction.”

Evidence of Revival | 1 Thessalonians 1

Passion City Church DCAug 2026

Using 1 Thessalonians 1, the sermon argues that genuine revival is visible by the fruit the gospel produces: a faith that works (active, reputation-bearing witness), a love that labors (sweat, tears, costly service), and a hope that endures (joyful perseverance rooted in Christ’s return). The preacher urges believers to test revival by these practical evidences rather than by emotion alone.

Hear it quoted2:56Open this sermon

1 Thessalonians 1:4-6

1 sermon

“For we know, brothers and sisters loved by God, that he has chosen you... not simply with words but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and deep conviction.”

West Region Sunday Worship Service LIVESTREAM | 06•28•2026

Washington DC International Christian ChurchJun 2026

Joshua preached “Victory Beyond the World’s Cup,” calling believers to pursue eternal victory through strict spiritual training, pure motives, imitation of Christ and godly leaders, nearness to God, committed evangelism and sacrificial giving for missions.

Hear it quoted1:08:28Open this sermon

1 Thessalonians 1:6

3 sermons

“they received the word and affliction went through hardship but had joy in it”

Further In | 1 Thessalonians 1

Passion City Church DCAug 2026

A sermon on 1 Thessalonians 1 emphasizing how the gospel takes root in a community, producing conviction, changed behavior, resilient hope, and missional action. Practical next steps include nesting in church community, praying for opportunities and courage, showing up to serve, and reading Scripture to cultivate hope.

Hear it quoted4:17Open this sermon

“you received the word and much affliction with the joy of the holy spirit”

Evidence of Revival | 1 Thessalonians 1

Passion City Church DCAug 2026

Using 1 Thessalonians 1, the sermon argues that genuine revival is visible by the fruit the gospel produces: a faith that works (active, reputation-bearing witness), a love that labors (sweat, tears, costly service), and a hope that endures (joyful perseverance rooted in Christ’s return). The preacher urges believers to test revival by these practical evidences rather than by emotion alone.

Hear it quoted24:57Open this sermon

1 Thessalonians 1:6-8

1 sermon

“Paraphrase of 1 Thessalonians 1: you became followers of us and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction and with joy; you became examples to everyone in Macedonia and Achaia, and the word of the Lord has sounded forth from you.”

Stewards Of The Wineskin | Pastor Kim Owens | April 23, 2023 | Message

Fresh Start ChurchApr 2023

Pastor Kim Owens preaches that believers are 'wineskins' entrusted to steward the Holy Spirit (the 'wine') by managing their words, conduct, and faithfulness. She warns that murmuring, complaining, and reliance on human wisdom shrivel spiritual capacity, while faithful speech of the mysteries of God releases revival and harvest.

Hear it quoted47:31Open this sermon

1 Thessalonians 1:8

1 sermon

“That not only has the word of the Lord sounded forth from you in Macedonia and Achaia, but your faith in God has gone forth everywhere so that we need not say anything.”

Evidence of Revival | 1 Thessalonians 1

Passion City Church DCAug 2026

Using 1 Thessalonians 1, the sermon argues that genuine revival is visible by the fruit the gospel produces: a faith that works (active, reputation-bearing witness), a love that labors (sweat, tears, costly service), and a hope that endures (joyful perseverance rooted in Christ’s return). The preacher urges believers to test revival by these practical evidences rather than by emotion alone.

Hear it quoted14:25Open this sermon

1 Thessalonians 1:8-9

1 sermon

“They spoke it in the remote places that Paul's voice could not reach — let the Thessalonians challenge us to trumpet and sound forth the good news of Jesus.”

Stewards Of The Wineskin | Pastor Kim Owens | April 23, 2023 | Message

Fresh Start ChurchApr 2023

Pastor Kim Owens preaches that believers are 'wineskins' entrusted to steward the Holy Spirit (the 'wine') by managing their words, conduct, and faithfulness. She warns that murmuring, complaining, and reliance on human wisdom shrivel spiritual capacity, while faithful speech of the mysteries of God releases revival and harvest.

Hear it quoted50:47Open this sermon

1 Thessalonians 1:9

1 sermon

“He says in 1 Thessalonians, 'you turn to God from idols.'”

Further In | 1 Thessalonians 1

Passion City Church DCAug 2026

A sermon on 1 Thessalonians 1 emphasizing how the gospel takes root in a community, producing conviction, changed behavior, resilient hope, and missional action. Practical next steps include nesting in church community, praying for opportunities and courage, showing up to serve, and reading Scripture to cultivate hope.

Hear it quoted8:49Open this sermon

1 Thessalonians 1:10

2 sermons

“You are waiting on the Son of God from heaven who's been raised from the dead to deliver you from the wrath to come.”

Evidence of Revival | 1 Thessalonians 1

Passion City Church DCAug 2026

Using 1 Thessalonians 1, the sermon argues that genuine revival is visible by the fruit the gospel produces: a faith that works (active, reputation-bearing witness), a love that labors (sweat, tears, costly service), and a hope that endures (joyful perseverance rooted in Christ’s return). The preacher urges believers to test revival by these practical evidences rather than by emotion alone.

Hear it quoted29:05Open this sermon

“And to wait for His Son from heaven, whom He raised from the dead, Even Jesus who delivered us From the wrath to come.”

The World Yesterday, The World Today , The World Tomorrow - Worship Service (March 6, 2022)

Jesus Christ To God Be The Glory Church Int'l MainMar 2022

Sermon teaching on the condition of the world across three eras—past, present, and future—calling Christians to recognize signs of moral and spiritual decline, to be prepared for the coming tribulation and rapture, and to ensure salvation through the full gospel (Christ's death, burial and resurrection), repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the Holy Spirit.

Hear it quoted57:12Open this sermon

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