Yet do not regard him as an enemy, but admonish him as a brother. Truth to Learn Church discipline should be done as an act of love, with the objective being restoration and growth, not punishment. Behind the Words The word “count” is translated from the Greek verb hēgeomai,...
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2 Thessalonians 3:14 – Breaking Fellowship
And if anyone does not obey our word in this letter, note that person and do not keep company with him, that he may be ashamed. Truth to Learn We are not to fellowship with other Christians who are rebellious and disobedient. Behind the Words “Obey” is translated from...
2 Thessalonians 3:13 – Don’t Get Discouraged
And you, brothers, do not get discouraged in doing good. Truth to Learn Work hard for God and don’t get discouraged. Behind the Words Adelphos is the word translated “brothers.” It literally refers to someone from the same womb, hence, “a brother or sister.” It is used throughout the...
2 Thessalonians 3:12 – Share the Load
Now those who are such we command and exhort through our Lord Jesus Christ that they work in quietness and eat their own bread. Truth to Learn Everyone in the church needs to carry his or her own weight. Behind the Words The words “who are such” come from...
2 Thessalonians 3:11 – Another Fine Line
For we hear that there are some among you walking in a disorderly manner, not working at all, but being busybodies. Truth to Learn There is a difference between taking care of the needs of others and becoming a know-it-all busybody. Behind the Words The Greek word translated “we...
2 Thessalonians 3:10 – A Fine Line
For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: If anyone is not willing to work, neither is he to eat. Truth to Learn There is a difference between showing love and enabling the laziness of others. Behind the Words The Greek word translated “we commanded” is...
2 Thessalonians 3:9 – Christ-like Selflessness
not because we do not have authority, but that we might give ourselves as an example for you to imitate us. Truth to Learn Our love for others is shown in what we sacrifice for them. Behind the Words “Authority” is translated from the Greek noun exousia, which is...
2 Thessalonians 3:8 – A Servant Above Reproach
nor did we eat anyone's bread as a free gift, but worked with labor and toil night and day, that we might not be a burden to any of you, Truth to Learn The Apostle Paul behaved above reproach in his ministry. Behind the Words The Greek word translated...
2 Thessalonians 3:7 – Walk, or Just Talk?
For you yourselves know how you ought to imitate us, for we were not disorderly among you; Truth to Learn The most effective proclaimer of the Gospel truth is someone who lives the kind of life he preaches about. Behind the Words The word translated “know” is eidō, which...
2 Thessalonians 3:6 – Judgment With Love
But we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you withdraw from every brother who walks disorderly and not according to the tradition which you received from us. Truth to Learn There are times when Christians are supposed to judge others. Behind the Words...
2 Thessalonians 3:5 – Our Heavenly Guide
Now may the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God and into the patience of Christ. Truth to Learn As you travel through this life, follow God’s directions. Behind the Words “Direct” is translated from the Greek verb kateuthenō. This is a compound word made up of...
2 Thessalonians 3:4 – Obey Your Commander
And we are persuaded in the Lord concerning you, both that the things we command you, you both do and will do. Truth to Learn It’s up to Him and He is faithful. But, it’s also up to us to do our part. Behind the Words “We are persuaded”...
2 Thessalonians 3:3 – Walking Faith
But the Lord is faithful, and He will establish you and guard you from the evil one. Truth to Learn Walking by faith means trusting that God will establish and guard you both now and in the future. Behind the Words The word translated “faithful” is pistos, which is...
2 Thessalonians 3:2 – Protect The Messengers
and that we may be delivered from unreasonable and wicked men; for not all have faith. Truth to Learn Those who deliver the gospel message need God’s protection. Behind the Words “We may be delivered” is translated from the Greek verb rhuomai. This word is derived from rhuō, meaning...
2 Thessalonians 3:1 – Pray For God’s Glory
As to the rest, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run swiftly and be glorified, just as it has with you, Truth to Learn Our prayers need to focus on God’s glory, not our own. Behind the Words “As to the rest” is translated...
2 Thessalonians 2:17 – Comfort For Our Walk
comfort your hearts and may He establish you in every good word and work. Truth to Learn Comfort is God’s doing, but walking in faith is up to you. Behind the Words “Comfort” is translated from the Greek verb parakaleō. This word has the same root as the word...
2 Thessalonians 2:16 – Eternal Comfort and Hope
Truth to Learn Our God promises eternal comfort and real hope for Christians. Behind the Words The word “may” is not actually in this verse, but is part of the verb “comfort” in the following verse. In other words, Paul is saying “Now may our Lord Jesus Christ …...
2 Thessalonians 2:15 – Stand Firm and Hold Fast
Therefore, brothers, stand fast and hold the traditions which you were taught, whether by word or our epistle. Truth to Learn We must learn truth and hold fast to what we know is true. Behind the Words “Stand fast” is from the stēkō, which is derived from the verb histēmi,...
2 Thessalonians 2:14 – Let Your Light Shine!
to which He called you by our gospel, unto the acquisition of the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. Truth to Learn In heaven we will shine with the brilliant glory of God. Behind the Words The word “called” is translated from kaleō, which means “to invite someone to...
2 Thessalonians 2:13 – Believe the Truth
But we are obliged to give thanks to God always for you, brothers beloved by the Lord, because God from the beginning chose you for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth, Truth to Learn Belief in the truth is of critical importance to everyone. ...
2 Thessalonians 2:12 – Truth Rejected
that they all might be judged who did not believe the truth but were well pleased with unrighteousness. Truth to Learn Judgment is coming! We need to spread the good news now. Behind the Words The words “they … may be judged” are translated from the Greek verb krinō,...
2 Thessalonians 2:11 – Hardened Hearts
And for this reason God will send them strong delusion, so they will believe the lie, Truth to Learn Hardening one’s heart toward God is never a good idea. Behind the Words The expression “for this reason” is translated from the Greek words dia touto, which literally mean “through...
2 Thessalonians 2:10 – Unrighteous Deception
and with all deception of unrighteousness for those who perish, because they did not receive the love of the truth, that they might be saved. Truth to Learn The world ruler during the Tribulation will be a great deceiver. Behind the Words Apatē is the Greek word translated “deception.”...
2 Thessalonians 2:9 – Counterfeit Miracles
The coming of the lawless one is according to the working of Satan, with all power and signs and lying wonders, Truth to Learn Miracles do not prove that someone is “from God.” Behind the Words The word translated “coming” is parousia, the same word used in the previous...
2 Thessalonians 2:8 – Glorious Second Coming
And then the lawless one will be revealed whom the Lord will consume with the breath of His mouth and destroy with the brightness of His coming. Truth to Learn Jesus will destroy the antichrist at His second coming. Behind the Words “Consume” is translated from the Greek verb...
2 Thessalonians 2:7 – The Restraining One
For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work; only He who now restrains will do so until He may be out of the way. Truth to Learn The restraining one is probably a reference to the Holy Spirit. Behind the Words The word “mystery” is transliterated from the...
2 Thessalonians 2:6 – Holy Spirit Power
And now you know what is restraining, that he may be revealed in his own time. Truth to Learn Only God can completely control Satan. Behind the Words The words “you know” are from the Greek verb eidō, which means “to see with perception,” or “to know.” It is...
2 Thessalonians 2:5 – Learn God’s Truth!
Do you not remember that while I was still with you I was telling you these things? Truth to Learn Your faith depends on a good understanding of God’s truth. Behind the Words “Remember” is translated from the Greek verb mnēmoneuō, meaning “to exercise memory” or “to remember.” The...
2 Thessalonians 2:4 – The Man of Lawlessness
who opposes and exalts himself above all who are called God or object of worship, so that he sits as God in the temple of God, displaying himself as being God. Truth to Learn The “man of sin” will be revealed before the Day of the Lord. Behind the...
2 Thessalonians 2:3 – Two Preceding Events
Let no one deceive you by any means; for it will not come unless the falling away comes first, and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the son of destruction, Truth to Learn The Tribulation won’t begin until a couple of other things happen first. Behind the Words “Deceive”...
2 Thessalonians 2:2 – No, Not Yet
that you not be quickly shaken in mind nor troubled, either by a spirit or by a message or by letter, as if from us, as though the day of Christ is come. Truth to Learn All Christians need to read and study the Bible for themselves. Behind the...