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Difficult Commands for Difficult Times - 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18

4/26/2020

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​Our text gives us what appears to be three difficult commands (1 Thess. 5:16-18): “Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” All three of these verbs are in the imperative mood meaning they are commands not suggestions.  As well, these verbs are in the present tense, implying that these actions are to be continuous and recurring.   These commands are not just for the good times…. they are for the difficult times as well.    It is tough to rejoice and give thanks when…
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