No new subjects are introduced in the second letter, and it was written only weeks or a few months after the first letter. If there is any good in us, it is owing to the good pleasure of his goodness, and therefore it is called grace. One way to introduce a sermon series from 1 and 2 thessalonians is through a book s sermon. Bible books 2 thessaloniansoutline of contents english 2 thessaloniansoutline of contents. If there is any good in us, it is owing to the good pleasure of his goodness, and therefore it. This is a great way to read andrews notes on a mobile device or computer. And commends them for the manner in which they received the gospel. He saw the need to do a follow up letter to correct false doctrines about the day of the lord as some had thought it had already occurred. Walvoord, one of evangelicalisms most prominent leaders, and mark hitchcock, todays leading bible prophecy expert, guide you through the prophecy and exhort believers on practical matters such as moral purity, disciplined living, church relationships, prayer and church discipline. Study the bible on the go with andrews free online bible commentary. Carry on prayer 15 warning against disorderly behavior 615 final greetings 1618.
Also, select the version and then click the search the bible button. Commentary on 16 new testament books, from matthew to 2 timothy. Understand not only what scripture says but how to live it today a new commentary for todays world. Introduction to 2 thessalonians bible exposition commentary. The book of 2 nd thessalonians is a pauline epistle letter from paul. But just as the book of revelation describes great rejection of jesus during the great. The working preacher team believes that god uses good biblical preaching to change lives. Paul reminds the believers that god is righteous v. But it is apparent from this letter that misunderstanding about the lords coming was present in the church. Paul and silvanus and timothy, to the church of the thessalonians in god our father and the lord jesus christ. In his first letter to the thessalonian christians, paul encouraged them to live as if christs second coming might take place at any time 1 thessalonians 5. Preaching from 1 and 2 thessalonians preaching source. This multipart expository study of the second epistle to the thessalonians was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship beginning in 2017.
Listen to pastor robert furrow as he continues his commentary on 2 thessalonians picking up today in chapter 1, verse 1. Dec 23, 2018 2 thessalonians resources commentaries, sermons, illustrations, devotionals see disclaimer. Book of 2 thessalonians outline summary online bible nwt. It is traditionally attributed to paul the apostle, with timothy as a coauthor.
Subject and theme of the particular passage being studied. Deception, delusion, and divine judgment in the day of the lord 2 thes. The second epistle to the thessalonians begins with almost the same wording as the first epistle. A preferred manuscript reading of 2 thessalonians 2. Paul wrote this letter to reemphasize the coming return of jesus christ. He has not yet come click chart to enlarge charts from jensens survey of the nt used by permission.
The same three, paul, silvanus, and timothy sent the letter. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. The apostle sets forth how the gospel was brought and preached to the thessalonians, in consequence of his being persecuted at philippi, 1,2. The man of lawlessness 11 for this reason, god will send them a powerful delusion so that they will believe the lie, 12 in order that judgment will come upon all who have disbelieved the truth and delighted in wickedness. His second letter acknowledges that thessalonian christians have endured persecution 2 thessalonians 1. Illdisposed affections naturally and penally the cause of darkness and error. They thought it had come already so they stopped with their work. The romans 1 passage is certainly quite important in our understanding of the thessalonians text. The man of lawlessness 10 and with every wicked deception directed against those who are perishing, because they refused the love of the truth that would have saved them. Yet most people today have never heard of john gill. Heinrich meyers critical and exegetical commentary on the new testament. One way to introduce a sermon series from 1 and 2 thessalonians is through a books sermon.
Man of lawlessness 112 exhortation to stand firm 17 3. Read 2 thessalonians 2 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. He has not yet come click chart to enlarge charts from jensens survey of the nt used by permission another overview chart 2 thessalonans charles swindoll. The second epistle to the thessalonians, commonly referred to as second thessalonians or 2 thessalonians is a book from the new testament of the christian bible. Is there a bible contradiction in 2 thessalonians 2.
The book of 2 thessalonians was written shortly after the book of 1 thessalonians, probably within a few months. This verse must be taken in context of the entire argument of the book of 2 thessalonians see introduction. The book of 2 thessalonians was likely written in ad 5152. The title exegetes each verse in the books, is over 400 pages, the book is organized as follows. Excellent commentary on the biblical books of 1 2 thessalonians, 1 2 timothy, titus, and philemon. Although 1 and 2 thessalonians are two distinct epistles, it is possible to introduce both epistles in one sermon. The point here is that many people will come under the delusion of false teaching at some point. For this reason god sends them a powerful delusion so that they will.
The day of the lord is a concept with a rich old testament background, and was mentioned in pauls previous letter to the thessalonians 1 thessalonians 5. It is our sincere desire that this outline of 2 thessalonians will assist you in your investigation of gods holy word his personal letter to you. Nov 17, 2016 watch our overview video on 1 thessalonians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Some of the members were being troubled by false reports cf. I came across this chapter a year ago and kind of felt odd. Greetings 1, 2 growing faith of the thessalonians 35 vengeance on the disobedient 610 prayer for the congregation 11, 12 2. So the apostle john having told those to whom he wrote that they had received the anointing which should abide in them, and that they should abide in him in christ, subjoins this exhortation, now abide in him, 1 jn. David guzik commentary on 2 thessalonians 2, where paul gives. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. Working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary.
Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. Pauls gratitude to god for the faith and love of the thessalonians 2 thes 1. Watch our overview video on 1 thessalonians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The international standard bible encyclopaedia states. The manner in which the apostles preached, the matter of their doctrine, and the tenor of their lives, 311. As yet the canon of scripture was not complete, and therefore some things were delivered by the apostles in their. Study the bible online using commentary on 2 thessalonians 2 and more. The key personalities in this book are the apostle paul, silas, and timothy. The thessalonians are exhorted to stedfastness in their christian profession, to hold fast the traditions which they had been taught, or the doctrine of the gospel, which had been delivered by the apostle, by word or epistle. No new subjects are introduced in the second letter, and it was written only weeks or. In 1 thessalonians, paul directs the persecuted thessalonian christians to. To read in another version or listen to the portion of scripture click here. Thessalonica was and still is an important seaport about 185 miles 300 km north of athens.
In the top box type the book of the bible and the chapter e. It made no sense back then as why would god send delusions upon man if he actually wanted everyone to be saved. For this cause god shall send them that is, shall judicially permit to come upon them. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of the bible.
Enduring word bible commentary 2 thessalonians chapter 2. We have enlisted hundreds of friends biblical scholars, theologians, homileticians and pastors dedicated to the craft of biblical preaching to provide you timely, compelling and trustworthy content. D 51 or 52, paul addresses some misconceptions from his letter in i thessalonians. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. A popular handbook on bible difficulties wheaton, ill victor books, 1992. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings of the jews. But, there are things that must happen before he comes 2 thessalonians 2. In pauls day, the region in which thessalonica was located was known as macedonia. The church in thessalonica still had some misconceptions about the day of the lord. Excellent commentary on the biblical books of 12 thessalonians, 12 timothy, titus, and philemon.
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