Growing Series

A life increasingly pleasing to God

Sunday November 15, 2026 - Pastor Wungreiso Valui

1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

GROWING SERIES Notes and Questions

Read the passage. Holiness grows as the Holy Spirit shapes our daily choices, relationships, love, and witness to reflect Jesus.

Key verse: "For God did not call us to uncleanness, but in holiness." - 1 Thess 4:7 NKJV

Five Dimensions of Growing in Holiness

1. Growing in a Walk That Pleases God - Verses 1-2 Walking describes our everyday conduct. We obey Jesus in response to His love and keep growing "more and more."
2. Growing in Sanctification and Honor - Verses 3-5 Sanctification means being set apart for God and becoming more like Jesus through the Holy Spirit. Honor God with your body, desires, and choices.
3. Growing in Holiness Toward Others - Verses 6-8 Sexual wrongdoing harms others and betrays trust. God calls us to respect people and gives His Spirit to help us live in holiness.
4. Growing in Brotherly Love - Verses 9-10 God teaches us to love His family. Mature love keeps growing through patience, forgiveness, generosity, and practical care.
5. Growing in a Life That Witnesses to Outsiders - Verses 11-12 Live peacefully, avoid meddling, and work faithfully as you are able. Everyday responsibility gives credibility to our witness.

Where is it hardest to please God in your everyday routine?
What could obedience look like there?
How could sanctification change what you watch, how you date, or how you honor your marriage? Name one practical boundary.
What does honoring another person look like when you have influence or power? How can we protect trust and respect boundaries?
How might your speech, work habits, or response to conflict help someone outside the church see Jesus?

With the help of the Holy Spirit, I will ____________________________________________