The work we do for the Lord is not vain, but the caveat to that is the work must be done "for the Lord" and done His way. That's success no matter if our efforts might seem disappointing to us. In 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12, Paul reveals what makes ministry and disciple-making successful and fruitful by reminding us of three important principles.
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God designed unity in the church to be an action instead of just a situation. He created unity by redeeming us and putting us into the same body (the church), but we are expected to maintain it. Recognizing our gifts and committing to work in them is the key to maintaining the unity God expects.
