Destined for Affliction
Where was Paul when he sent Timothy back to Thessalonica (verse 1)?
Why did Paul send Timothy (verse 2)?
What was Paul fearful of that might have shaken their faith (verse 3)?
What two reasons are given for Paul sending Timothy to learn of their faith
(verse 5)? What of our concern for one another? Are we troubled at all over the spiritual
welfare of our fellow Christians? What are some ways in which you can show that you care about the spiritual
welfare of others? What do verses 3 & 4 teach us about suffering & affliction?
What does the Bible teach about persecution, suffering, & affliction according to
these verses? Psalm 7:1~ Psalm 119:86~ Matthew 5:10-12~ Matthew 5:44~ Mark 10:29-30~ Luke 6:22-23~ Luke 21:12-13~ John 15:20~ John 16:33~ John 18:11~ Acts 14:21-22~ Romans 5:3-5~ Romans 8:16-17~ 
