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A careful examination of Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians gives us insights into the potential subject matters that Paul taught these former pagans about their new identity in God. Prior to Paul taking the Gospel of the Kingdom to the Roman province of Thessalonica, the people of the city only knew paganism and some had embraced Judaism. The Jews and some Gentile Greek community members who had converted to Judaism were steeped in Judaism, the religion of the Jews. Therefore, the teachings of Paul from the Old Testament Hebrew Scriptures threaten the Jewish community leaders and their influence over their Jewish and Gentile converts who had listened to Paul’s teachings. As children of God, the opening Chapter of this profound letter provides wisdom for the ages about our relationship to God our Father.
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What does 1 Thessalonians 1 teach us about imitating God? 1 Thessalonians 1 reveals how Paul helped former pagans understand their new identity in God through the Gospel. His teachings emphasized turning from idols, embracing faith in Messiah, and living as true children of God. The chapter calls Believers to imitate God by living holy lives, rooted in the Scriptures, regardless of cultural or religious backgrounds.
Arthur Bailey
Apostle Dr. Arthur Bailey is the Overseer of Arthur Bailey Ministries International, House of Israel International, as well as the Founder and Chancellor of the Accredited Hebrew Roots University. House of Israel International, focuses on teaching the True Gospel of the Kingdom from a Messianic Hebrew Roots perspective. Renowned internationally, Dr. Bailey is celebrated for his roles as a dynamic teacher, preacher, and author. Hebrew Roots University is a unique institution dedicated to exploring the Hebrew Roots of the Christian faith.
Authoring over 55 books, including "Sunday is not the Sabbath?", Discipleship and Leadership Curriculums, Dr. Bailey provides in-depth insights into Spirit-filled living by faith in God . With various academic degrees and Certifications, Dr. Bailey is a professor and keynote speaker nationally and internationally. His extensive range of DVD teachings and books, aimed at clarifying complex biblical passages, can be found in our online store. He also enhances the lives of believers globally through Online Live Broadcasts.
Currently residing in Indian Land, South Carolina, Dr. Bailey oversees the House of Israel in Charlotte (a Spirit-filled New Covenant Torah observant community), House of Israel-United Kingdom, House of Israel-Nigeria, and House of Israel-Ukraine. His Ministry has a profound impact on people worldwide; congregants from 6 continents attend online services.
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Last Updated on July 13, 2025 by Arthur Bailey Ministries