Radically Changed by the Gospel

1 Thess 1:8-10

Most of us would like to change something about ourselves – maybe alter our appearance or break a bad habit. We may also desire deeper change and wonder it is possible. In the gospel, the answer is a resounding yes. As we continue in 1Thessalonians we see that in Christ real change - radical, profound, lasting change in desires, character, and attitude is possible, even inevitable. Paul gives us a beautiful picture of this with his description of the deep changes that took place in the lives of the Thessalonians. We need a clear understanding of this for our own spiritual health and the health of the church.