Pastor Justin Kendrick shared from 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:8 on how we should live in in light of the return of Christ, especially as society faces increasing instability and uncertainty. He highlighted the biblical significance of the "day of the Lord," noting that it will serve as a time of judgment and liberation for believers. Pastor Justin encouraged Christians to remain spiritually awake, culturally engaged, and to anchor their hope in the promise of Christ's return rather than in worldly assurances. Ultimately, he assured believers that through faith in Christ, they can find peace and hope amidst life's uncertainties and the trials of this world.

• Imagine writing an autobiography. What would you title it?

• What do we learn about the end times from this passage? What do we not learn?

• How are we to live because we are “children of the day”?

• Why did Paul write this passage? Refer back to verse 13 of chapter 4. What does this reveal about what we should expect in our day-to-day lives?

• What emotions does this passage stir in you?

• What are some temporary things people anchor hope in? What does this lead to?

• How does having hope in something bigger than our current circumstances impact our daily challenges?

Live spiritually awake.

• Are there areas where you've become complacent in your faith? How will you address this?

Live culturally engaged

• What practical step can you take this week to engage with your community in a positive way?

Anchor your hope in the day of his return.

• How can you anchor hope deeper in your soul?

• Pray for spiritual awakening within the church.

• Ask God for the courage to live boldly in light of His return.

• Seek God's guidance for those struggling with fear about the future.

• Pray for opportunities to spread the hope of Christ to others.

Paul states “we do not you to be uninformed” about the end of times. Explore some of the Bible verses that speak about the Lord’s return: Revelation 20:11-15; Matthew 24:30-31; Zephaniah 1:14-16; Joel 2:31-32; Obadiah 1:15-17; Romans 14:10-12; Amos 8:9-10/Mark 13:24/Mark 15:33; Revelation 21:3-4

• Summarize what you have learned. How is Christ’s return both a day of judgment and a day of liberation?

• How does your perspective about your current life circumstances change based on what you have learned?

• What one thing will you do differently this week in light of this hope?