This fits into several categories of thought. It fits in with our recent series on Suffering and the Existence of God (click here). It fits in with our 2nd Thessalonians series (click here). Finally, it is a good start to the theology of 2nd Thessalonians series. This has to do with an important phrase in [...]
The letter known as Second Thessalonians was written to the Macedonian church established by Paul in the Greek city of Thessalonica in Acts 17. Paul wrote the first letter when Timothy arrived with the news that the Thessalonians had not given up their faith under the pressure of Jewish persecution. He rejoiced in their faithfulness [...]
Paul has just finished strongly commanding men who are walking disorderly. His instruction was clear: they need to get jobs (read here). Now Paul turns his attention to the church. Paul gives three instructions to the church concerning their response to men who are not willing to work: 1. Do not grow weary in well-doing. [...]
Paul just finished asking for prayers in the previous section (read here). In this section Paul addresses the second major issue facing the Thessalonian church (the other issue can be read about here and here). Paul begins with a strong statement. He commands the church by the authority of Jesus to withdraw from every brother [...]
Throughout 2 Thessalonians Paul emphasizes praying. He shares with the church, in several sections, the content of his prayers for them (1:3,4; 1:11, 12; 3:5; 3:16). The prayer sections not only reveal Paul’s innermost thoughts, but also urge the Thessalonians to live out Paul’s prayer. It is a powerful means of encouragement toward faithful living. [...]