2 Thessalonians 3

Request for Prayer

1 Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you: Prayer: Romans 15:30, Colossians 4:3, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, 5:25. Word: Psalms 138:2, Acts 6:7, 12:24, 19:20, 1 Thessalonians 1:8. Parallel theme: 1 Corinthians 16:9 +5

2 And that we may be delivered from unreasonable and wicked men: for all men have not faithFaith: πίστις (Pistis). The Greek pistis (πίστις) denotes faith, belief, or trust—confidence in God's character and promises. It's both intellectual assent and relational trust, central to justification (Romans 5:1).. Faith: Deuteronomy 32:20, Acts 28:24, Romans 10:16, 15:31

3 But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil. Faith: 1 Corinthians 1:9, 10:13, 1 Thessalonians 5:24. References Lord: 2 Peter 2:9. Evil: Psalms 121:7, Matthew 6:13, John 17:15, 2 Timothy 4:18. Parallel theme: Psalms 19:13, Jude 1:24 +5

4 And we have confidence in the Lord touching you, that ye both do and will do the things which we command you. References Lord: 2 Thessalonians 3:6, 3:12. Parallel theme: Matthew 28:20, 2 Corinthians 2:3, Philippians 1:6, 2:12, 1 Thessalonians 4:10, Philemon 1:21 +3

5 And the Lord direct your hearts into the love of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., and into the patient waiting for Christ. References Christ: 1 Thessalonians 3:11, Hebrews 9:28. References God: 1 Chronicles 29:18, Jeremiah 31:33. Love: Deuteronomy 30:6, 1 Corinthians 8:3, 1 John 4:19. Parallel theme: Psalms 119:5, 119:36, Proverbs 3:6 +5

Warning Against Idleness

6 Now we command you, brethren, in the name of our LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. Jesus Christ, that ye withdraw yourselves from every brother that walketh disorderly, and not after the tradition which he received of us. References Jesus: 1 Corinthians 5:4, Colossians 3:17, 1 Thessalonians 4:1. References Lord: Ephesians 4:17. Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 2:15, 3:7, Romans 16:17, 1 Corinthians 11:2, 1 Thessalonians 5:14, 2 Timothy 3:5 +5

7 For yourselves know how ye ought to follow us: for we behaved not ourselves disorderly among you; Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 3:6, 3:9, 1 Corinthians 4:16, 11:1, Philippians 3:17, Titus 2:7

8 Neither did we eat any man's bread for nought; but wrought with labour and travail night and day, that we might not be chargeable to any of you: Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 3:12, Matthew 6:11, Acts 18:3, 1 Corinthians 4:12, Ephesians 4:28, 1 Thessalonians 2:9, 4:11 +2

9 Not because we have not power, but to make ourselves an ensample unto you to follow us. Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 3:7, Galatians 6:6, 1 Thessalonians 2:6

10 For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat. Parallel theme: Genesis 3:19, Proverbs 13:4, 20:4, 21:25, 1 Thessalonians 4:11

11 For we hear that there are some which walk among you disorderly, working not at all, but are busybodies. Kingdom: 1 Timothy 5:13. Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 3:6, 1 Thessalonians 4:11, 1 Peter 4:15

12 Now them that are such we command and exhort by our LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. Jesus Christ, that with quietness they work, and eat their own bread. References Jesus: 1 Thessalonians 4:1. Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 3:8, Proverbs 17:1, Ecclesiastes 4:6, Luke 11:3, Ephesians 4:28, 1 Thessalonians 4:11, 1 Timothy 2:2 +3

13 But ye, brethren, be not weary in well doing. Parallel theme: Psalms 27:13, Zephaniah 3:16, Luke 18:1, Romans 2:7, 2 Corinthians 4:1, 4:16, 1 Thessalonians 4:1, Hebrews 12:3, 12:5, Revelation 2:3 +5

14 And if any man obey not our wordWord: λόγος (Logos). The Greek Logos (Λόγος) means word, reason, or message—the rational principle underlying reality. John identifies Christ as the eternal Logos: 'In the beginning was the Word' (John 1:1). by this epistle, note that man, and have no company with him, that he may be ashamed. Parallel theme: 2 Thessalonians 3:6, Psalms 83:16, Proverbs 5:13, 1 Corinthians 5:11, 1 Thessalonians 4:8, Titus 3:10

15 Yet count him not as an enemy, but admonish him as a brother. Parallel theme: Proverbs 9:9, 25:12, 1 Corinthians 4:14, 5:5, Galatians 6:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:14, Titus 3:10 +2

Final Greetings and Benediction

16 Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means. The Lord be with you all. References Lord: Judges 6:24. Peace: Psalms 29:11, Luke 2:14, John 14:27, 16:33, Romans 1:7, 15:33, 16:20, 1 Thessalonians 5:23. Parallel theme: Matthew 1:23 +5

17 The salutation of Paul with mine own hand, which is the token in every epistle: so I write. References Paul: 1 Corinthians 16:21

18 The grace of our LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen. Grace: Romans 16:20