Spiritual Realm - 1 Thessalonians 5

And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone. 1 Thessalonians 5:14

Okay so I wanted to know who this was written for and about and why. I initially thought that it was church leaders, elders or pastors…but come to find out, it is for all of us. So then I wanted to know who it was about.

Those who are idle (also translated those who are unruly) – wayward, inconsistent, and disposed to follow their own will

Timid – feebleminded, easily discouraged by persecution, cast down by trouble.

Weak – those weak in their faith

Everyone – everyone.

The overall tone of letter is during a time of spiritual warfare…and how we are to guide those who either may not understand they are in the midst of it….or may not be able to stand up under it….without encouragement.

Rob Bell did a speaking engagement or tour called “Everything is Spiritual” where he pointed out that we are 100% physical and 100% spiritual. He said to label one area of your life spiritual was to label another area NOT spiritual. Every act is a spiritual act….it’s whether or not you are aware of what you are doing.

So guys, if you are struggling at work….spiritual, with the wife….spiritual, with the kids…..spiritual, in your spirit…….you get it. Deal with these in a spiritual realm, press into God, find Him in his word, seek His counsel and that of those who God has placed in your life over you. And pray.