In this week's episode, Mickey closes out 1 Thessalonians and begins 2 Thessalonians, exploring how suffering shapes our lives—either pushing us away from God into isolation or drawing us closer to Him for deeper intimacy and spiritual growth.

He highlights Paul’s call to live a life pleasing to God, even in hardship: a life increasing in love for others, marked by sober-mindedness, readiness for spiritual battle, and confidence that God, the righteous Judge, will one day set all things right.

Mickey also encourages us to live with the finish line in sight—to see our lives in light of eternity, giving thanks in all circumstances, walking with the Spirit in our sanctification, and continually grounding ourselves in the truth of the Gospel.