Paul wrote to one of the farthest Christian churches at the time, in Thessalonica, Macedonia. It is obvious from the content of his epistles to them, that they were a sound church... it often happens that those at a distance from the source tend to be the most ardent. He, and his fellow Apostles, commended the church for its faith. Yet, they called upon the Christians there to do even more. It is a tendency amongst modern Christians to leave everything to the pastor and deacons. But, this leads to laziness. A short book has been added to the letter to the Thessalonians - Jude. It wisely tells us to remember our place in God's economy - we are created beings, of lesser power than demons. Even the archangel Michael dared not oppose the mighty Satan in his own power, but deferred to the Lord. A lesson all charismatics should learn, quickly!