B. Disciples of the Lord. 2:13-17 The source, method and means of salvation. v.13 The goal of salvation. v.14 The responsibilities of this salvation. v.15 V.13 a) Salvation through Sanctification by the Spirit - I. Paul gave thanks for the Thessalonians because they were not like those that did not believe the Truth, they believed it and they did not have pleasure in unrighteousness but allowed the sanctification of the Spirit. II. When - He chose us. “from the beginning” Eph.1:4 Why - He chose us. “to salvation” How - He chose us “through sanctification” V.14 b) Selected to Shine forth the Son - I. They were called by the Gospel. II. They were called to obtain the Glory of Christ. V.15 c) Solid Standing in Scripture - Because of such call: I. Stand fast. (Appeals to steadfastness) 1.Cor.15:58 II. Hold the traditions that came to them by: (Appeals to faithfulness) 1.Cor.11:2,13 A. Word. (Orally) B. Epistle (Written) V.16 a) Consolation through His Work - I. Paul’ s 2nd prayer for the Thessalonians in this epistle. II. Christ and the Father have given us Consolation and Comfort. v.17 III. By God’ s grace we have consolation that last forever and good hope. IV. The comfort: A. Comfort Explained. “ He loved us” Why? B. Comforts Extent. “ Everlasting consolation” How long? C. Comforts Essence “ By grace” How is it possible? D. Comforts Effect “ Establish v.17” V.17 b) Comfort and being Well-grounded - I. He is the God of all comfort, He knows how to comfort all hearts. 2.Cor.1:3 II. God wants to establish in: A. Good Word. (Preaching, Doctrine) B. Good Work. (Practice, Duty)