1. Refer to verses 1-2. Paul has been praying for the Thessalonians, now he asks for prayer from them. Why? Where is he when he asks? What are the specific challenges? Cross reference Acts 18:4-11.

2. Paul often asks the church to pray for him. Why? See Romans 15:30-32, Ephesians 6:19-23, Colossians 4:3, 1 Thessalonians 5:25, Philippians 1:19 and 2 Corinthians 1:9-11.

3. According to this passage (and others) why is there no such thing as the Lone Ranger Christian? What do we need from other believers? How do we obtain it?

4. In verse 3, what are some things the Bible specifically says God is faithful in?

5. In verse 5, what does Paul mean, “May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love?” What does that look like?

6. What happens when the enemy breaks through the defenses in your life? In the church? What can we do to avoid it? What can we do to break through his defenses?