Peace, 2 Thessalonians 3:16-18
In this expositional sermon from 2 Thessalonians 3:16-18, pastor Ben Smith makes clear that being saved through faith in Jesus Christ is the only source of peace and the only hope of grace. Although simple and brief, these concluding words to the Thessalonian church testify to the hope and blessing of salvation, encouraging the church to continue in the faith.
These are Paul’s last recorded words to the Thessalonian church. He signs the letter to ensure that they will know that these words are authentically his (17). The church had received a counterfeit letter (2 Thessalonians 2:2), and Paul wanted to assure the church that this letter was genuine, authentic, and authoritative. In addition to his signature, he prays for them and blesses them. Both the prayer and the blessing are founded on their salvation in Jesus Christ. Paul wanted to remind the church of the blessings that flow from salvation in Jesus Christ.
These verses encourage the church with two blessings that flow from salvation in Jesus Christ: 1) The peace that comes only from Jesus Christ, and 2) the grace of Jesus Christ.
Pastor Ben Smith’s expositional sermon pulpit notes for preaching 2 Thessalonians 3:16-18. The PDF file contains sermon notes, illustrations, and sermon outline handouts.
Pulpit notes for preaching, teaching, and studying 2 Thessalonians by Ben Smith.
213 pages
Page dimensions: 5.5 × 8.5 in
9 sermons from 2 Thessalonians.
Worthy of Thanksgiving, 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4
The King is Coming, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10
Testimony of Glory, 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12
Do Not Be Alarmed, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12
Stand Firm, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17
Trust and Obey, 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5
Church Discipline, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12
Faithful Endurance, 2 Thessalonians 3:13-15
Peace, 2 Thessalonians 3:16-17
21 sermon pulpit notes for preaching, teaching, and studying 1 and 2 Thessalonians.
12 sermons from 1 Thessalonians. 9 sermons from 2 Thessalonians.
Each sermon includes an outline handout and a fill-in-the-blank outline handout.
1 Thessalonians (12 Sermons)
1. An Example to the Believers, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10
2. Please God, Not Man, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8
3. A Good Testimony, 1 Thessalonians 2:9-12
4. Receive the Word, 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16
5. Stand Firm in the Faith, 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5
6. Encouragement of Faithfulness, 1 Thessalonians 3:6-17
7. Abstain from Sexual Immorality, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
8. Love One Another, 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12
9. Encourage One Another, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
10. Ready for the Day of the Lord, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
11. The Will of God for You, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22
12. God is Faithful, 1 Thessalonians 5:23-28
2 Thessalonians (9 Sermons)
Worthy of Thanksgiving, 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4
The King is Coming, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10
Testimony of Glory, 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12
Do Not be Alarmed, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12
Stand Firm, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17
Trust and Obey, 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5
Church Discipline, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12
Faithful Endurance, 2 Thessalonians 3:13-15
Peace, 2 Thessalonians 3:16-17
A Comprehensive Study Through the Foundation of Scripture
Dive deep into the opening chapters of Genesis with this collection of 11 expository sermon manuscripts by Ben Smith, Sr. This resource provides both profound theological insight and practical application as it explores God's creation, man's nature, the curse of sin, and the foundation of redemption.
What's Inside
This 291-page volume contains complete sermon manuscripts and study materials covering:
God Created (Genesis 1) - Exploring God as creator, sovereign, and good
The Nature of Man (Genesis 1:26-31) - Understanding humanity as God's image bearers
Goodness of Work and Rest (Genesis 2:1-3) - Biblical foundations for labor and Sabbath
Breath of Life (Genesis 2:4-17) - Man's unique creation and purpose
Blessing of Marriage (Genesis 2:18-25) - God's design for the union of husband and wife
Fall of Man (Genesis 2:25-3:7) - How sin entered the world through deception
Curse of Sin (Genesis 3:8-19) - The devastating consequences of rebellion
Death for Life (Genesis 3:20-24) - The first glimpse of redemption through sacrifice
Right with God (Genesis 4:1-7) - What makes us acceptable before God
Sin's Ruinous Rule (Genesis 4:8-16) - The progression of sin without repentance
Purposeless Prosperity (Genesis 4:17-24) - The emptiness of worldly success without God
A Comprehensive Study Through the Foundation of Scripture.
Genesis 5–11 traces the spread of sin through the generations, God's grief over man’s wickedness, the judgment of the flood, the grace shown to Noah, God's covenant faithfulness, the Table of Nations, and the prideful rebellion at Babel. These chapters confront us with the depravity of man, the seriousness of judgment, and the unfailing faithfulness of God to preserve His redemptive promise.
What's Inside
This 294-page sermon manuscript collection includes eleven expository sermons from Genesis 4:25–11:32, each written to help believers understand the text, trust God’s promises, and live faithfully in a world marked by sin and rebellion.
Call On The Name of The Lord (Genesis 4:25–5:32) - Encouragement that God preserves His will and knows those who are His.
The Depravity of Man (Genesis 6:1–8) - Exposing the total corruption of man and the grace of God shown to Noah.
Trust and Obey (Genesis 6:9–22) - Considering Noah’s righteous obedience in response to the word of God.
Repent and Be Saved (Genesis 7) - Warning of God’s judgment and the only refuge found in salvation.
Great is Thy Faithfulness (Genesis 8:1–19) - Rejoicing that God remembers, preserves, and delivers His people.
Holy Worship (Genesis 8:20–22) - Examining Noah’s worship after the flood and the faithfulness of God’s promise.
Amazing Grace (Genesis 9:1–17) - Seeing God’s gracious covenant with Noah and His mercy toward the world.
Righteous Response to Sin (Genesis 9:18–29) - Learning how righteousness responds to sin with truth, sobriety, and faithfulness.
God of All Nations (Genesis 10) - Tracing the nations from Noah’s sons and seeing God’s sovereign rule over all peoples.
The Deadly Pride of Man (Genesis 11:1–9) - Warning against the prideful attempt to make a name apart from God.
Forever Faithful (Genesis 11:10–31) - Seeing the faithfulness of God as He preserves His redemptive promise from Shem to Abram.
A Comprehensive Study Through the Foundation of Scripture
Dive deep into the opening chapters of Genesis with this collection of 22 expository sermon manuscripts by Ben Smith, Sr. Volume 1 provides both profound theological insight and practical application as it explores God's creation, man's nature, the curse of sin, and the foundation of redemption. Volume 2 traces the spread of sin through the generations, God's grief over man’s wickedness, the judgment of the flood, the grace shown to Noah, God's covenant faithfulness, the Table of Nations, the prideful rebellion at Babel, and God's unfailing faithfulness in preserving His redemptive promise.
A Four-Sermon Collection for the Christmas Season
Celebrate the Advent season with this collection of 4 expository sermon manuscripts by Ben Smith, Sr. This resource provides rich theological insight into the prologue of John's Gospel, exploring the eternal nature of Christ, the gift of salvation, and the hope of redemption found in Jesus—the Promised King.
A Complete Journey Through Paul's Most Personal Letter
Experience the full depth of Paul's second letter to the Corinthians with this comprehensive collection of 26 expository sermon manuscripts by Ben Smith, Sr., covering 2 Corinthians chapters 1-13. This resource provides both profound theological insight and practical application as it explores what it means to serve Christ through weakness and suffering, the ministry of reconciliation, grace-filled generosity, the defense of the true gospel, Paul's apostolic authority, and the paradox of finding strength in weakness.
This is a downloadable ZIP file containing two PDF files (Volume 1 and Volume 2). Each sermon includes a complete sermon manuscript in outline format and an outline listening guide handout.
Pulpit notes for preaching, teaching, and studying 1 Thessalonians.
303 pages
Page dimensions: 5.5 × 8.5 in
Twelve sermons from 1 Thessalonians.
1. An Example to the Believers, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10
2. Please God, Not Man, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8
3. A Good Testimony, 1 Thessalonians 2:9-12
4. Receive the Word, 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16
5. Stand Firm in the Faith, 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5
6. Encouragement of Faithfulness, 1 Thessalonians 3:6-17
7. Abstain from Sexual Immorality, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
8. Love One Another, 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12
9. Encourage One Another, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
10. Ready for the Day of the Lord, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
11. The Will of God for You, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22
12. God is Faithful, 1 Thessalonians 5:23-28
Pulpit notes for preaching, teaching, and studying 2 Thessalonians by Ben Smith.
213 pages
Page dimensions: 5.5 × 8.5 in
9 sermons from 2 Thessalonians.
Worthy of Thanksgiving, 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4
The King is Coming, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10
Testimony of Glory, 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12
Do Not Be Alarmed, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12
Stand Firm, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17
Trust and Obey, 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5
Church Discipline, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12
Faithful Endurance, 2 Thessalonians 3:13-15
Peace, 2 Thessalonians 3:16-17
21 sermon pulpit notes for preaching, teaching, and studying 1 and 2 Thessalonians.
12 sermons from 1 Thessalonians. 9 sermons from 2 Thessalonians.
Each sermon includes an outline handout and a fill-in-the-blank outline handout.
1 Thessalonians (12 Sermons)
1. An Example to the Believers, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10
2. Please God, Not Man, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8
3. A Good Testimony, 1 Thessalonians 2:9-12
4. Receive the Word, 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16
5. Stand Firm in the Faith, 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5
6. Encouragement of Faithfulness, 1 Thessalonians 3:6-17
7. Abstain from Sexual Immorality, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
8. Love One Another, 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12
9. Encourage One Another, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
10. Ready for the Day of the Lord, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
11. The Will of God for You, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22
12. God is Faithful, 1 Thessalonians 5:23-28
2 Thessalonians (9 Sermons)
Worthy of Thanksgiving, 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4
The King is Coming, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10
Testimony of Glory, 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12
Do Not be Alarmed, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12
Stand Firm, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17
Trust and Obey, 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5
Church Discipline, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12
Faithful Endurance, 2 Thessalonians 3:13-15
Peace, 2 Thessalonians 3:16-17
Pulpit notes for preaching, teaching, and studying 1 Timothy. Volumes 1 and 2
Twenty-one sermons.
Each sermon includes an outline handout and a fill-in-the-blank outline handout.
Volume 1, Chapters 1-3
Danger Alert, 1 Timothy 1:1-7
The Law is Good, 1 Timothy 1:8-11
Jesus Saves, 1 Timothy 1:12-17
Shipwrecked, 1 Timothy 1:18-20
Pray, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, 8
Jesus Christ Ransom for All, 1 Timothy 2:3-7
Godly Living for Christian Women, 1 Timothy 2:9-15
Rediscovering the Office of Overseer, 1 Timothy 3:1
Qualifications for Overseers, 1 Timothy 3:1-7
Rediscovering the Office of Deacon, 1 Timothy 3:8-13
The Church – Pillar and Buttress of Truth, 1 Timothy 3:14-16
Volume 2, Chapters 4-6
Beware of Demonic Lies, 1 Timothy 4:1-5
Disciplined for Godliness, 1 Timothy 4:6-16
Family of Faith, 1 Timothy 5:1-2
Testimony of Honor and Service, 1 Timothy 5:3-16
Honor the Labor of Elders, 1 Timothy 5:17-25
Serve with Honor, 1 Timothy 6:1-2
Great Gain of Godliness, 1 Timothy 6:2-10
Fight the Good Fight, 1 Timothy 6:11-16
Be Rich in Good Works, 1 Timothy 6:17-19
Guard the Truth, 1 Timothy 6:20-21
Pulpit notes for preaching, teaching, and studying 2 Timothy.
Thirteen sermons.
Each sermon includes an outline handout and a fill-in-the-blank outline handout.
Seeing with God’s Perspective, 2 Timothy 1:1-2
Fan the Flame, 2 Timothy 1:3-7
I am Not Ashamed, 2 Timothy 1:8-14
Ministry of Faithfulness, 2 Timothy 1:15-18
Soldiers for Christ, 2 Timothy 2:1-7
Remember Jesus, 2 Timothy 2:8-13
Approved and Unashamed Workman, 2 Timothy 2:14-19
Ready for Every Good Work, 2 Timothy 2:20-26
Enduring Difficult Times, 2 Timothy 3:1-9
Sufficiency of Scripture, 2 Timothy 3:10-17
Preach the Word, 2 Timothy 4:1-5
Pursue a Worthy Goal, 2 Timothy 4:6-8
To God Be the Glory, 2 Timothy 4:9-22
Sound Doctrine for Healthy Churches - Instant Digital Access
Dive deep into Paul's letter to Titus with this collection of 9 expository sermons by Ben Smith, Sr. This resource provides both profound theological insight and practical application as it explores church leadership, sound doctrine, gospel transformation, and Christian living. Perfect for personal study, sermon preparation, or teaching the fundamentals of healthy church life.
Digital Format
This comprehensive PDF includes all sermon manuscripts, outlines, and study materials in a searchable, portable format. Access immediately upon purchase and use on any device - computer, tablet, or smartphone. Print individual sermons or sections as needed for study groups or teaching.
What's Inside
Complete sermon manuscripts and study materials covering:
The Hope of Eternal Life (Titus 1:1-4) - Understanding Paul's calling and the foundation of ministry
The Qualifications of Elders (Titus 1:5-9) - Biblical requirements for church leadership
The Danger of False Teaching (Titus 1:10-16) - Protecting the church from doctrinal error
Lives that Testify to Truth (Titus 2:1-10) - How sound doctrine transforms behavior across all ages
Declare These Things (Titus 2:11-15) - The gospel's power and our call to proclaim it boldly
Grace Filled Lives (Titus 3:1-3) - Living as transformed people in a secular world
Good News (Titus 3:4-7) - The mercy and grace of God in salvation
Healthy Church (Titus 3:8-11) - Maintaining church health through discipline and devotion
United in Faith (Titus 3:12-15) - Working together for kingdom advancement
Complete Expository Guide to Church Leadership & Sound Doctrine - Instant Digital Access
Dive deep into Paul's Pastoral Epistles with this comprehensive collection of expository sermons by Ben Smith, Sr. This complete bundle includes all sermon manuscripts from 1 Timothy (Volumes 1 & 2), 2 Timothy, and Titus - over 40 sermons providing profound theological insight and practical application as they explore church leadership, sound doctrine, gospel transformation, pastoral ministry, and Christian living. Perfect for personal study, sermon preparation, elder training, or teaching the biblical foundations of healthy church life.
Digital Format
This comprehensive bundle includes four complete PDF volumes with all sermon manuscripts, outlines, and study materials in a searchable, portable format. Access immediately upon purchase and use on any device - computer, tablet, or smartphone. Print individual sermons or sections as needed for study groups or teaching. Each volume is also available for separate purchase in both digital and printed formats.
What's Inside
Complete sermon manuscripts and study materials covering all three Pastoral Epistles:
1 Timothy - Volume 1 (Sermons 1-10)
Paul's foundational instructions for church order, leadership, worship, and doctrine
Prayer and Worship Guidelines
Qualifications for Church Leaders
Care for Widows and Elders
Warnings Against False Teaching
Instructions for Godly Living
1 Timothy - Volume 2 (Sermons 11-21)
Continued exposition on pastoral ministry, contentment, and faithful stewardship
Contentment and Godliness
Fighting the Good Fight of Faith
Instructions for the Wealthy
Guard the Deposit of Faith
Practical Ministry Wisdom
2 Timothy (13 Sermons)
Paul's final instructions to his beloved son in the faith
Guarding the Gospel Message
Enduring Hardship as a Good Soldier
Handling Scripture Accurately
Standing Firm in Difficult Times
Finishing Well in Ministry
Titus (9 Sermons)
Establishing healthy churches through sound doctrine and godly leadership
The Hope of Eternal Life
Qualifications of Elders
Sound Doctrine and Transformed Living
Gospel Grace and Christian Conduct
Church Health and Discipline
Total: 43+ comprehensive expository sermons on the Pastoral Epistles
Pulpit notes for preaching the book of James.
14 sermons.
Count it All Joy, James 1:1-11
God is Good, James 1:12-18
Be Doers of the word, James 1:19-27
True Faith in a Broken World, James 1:27
Seeing with God's Eyes, James 2:1-10
Have Mercy, James 2:11-13
Evidence of Faith, James 2:14-26
Taming the Tongue, James 3:1-12
Godly Wisdom, James 3:13-18
Draw Near to God, James 4:1-10
As the Lord Wills, James 4:11-17
True Treasure, James 5:1-6
Be Patient, James 5:7-11
Confess and Pray, James 5:12-20
Ben Smith
Originally from Columbus, GA, pastor Ben Smith has served churches in Texas, South Carolina, and Georgia. Ben and his wife, Dana, make their home in Waycross, GA.
An audio podcast of Ben’s sermons is published weekly. Pastor Ben also hosts the podcast View From the Pulpit, dedicated to helping the church recover an understanding of expository preaching.
9 sermons from 2 Thessalonians by Ben Smith. The 214-page booklet is plastic comb-bound, and each page is three-hole-punched, allowing individual sermons to be inserted into a three-ring binder.
Each sermon includes a complete manuscript, an outline handout, a fill-in-the-blank listening guide, and reflection questions.
Page dimensions: 5.5 × 8.5 in
Booklet dimensions: 6.25 x 8.5 x 1 in
9 sermons from 2 Thessalonians.
Worthy of Thanksgiving, 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4
The King is Coming, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10
Testimony of Glory, 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12
Do Not be Alarmed, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12
Stand Firm, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17
Trust and Obey, 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5
Church Discipline, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12
Faithful Endurance, 2 Thessalonians 3:13-15
Peace, 2 Thessalonians 3:16-17