Ch 1
v5-12 The prospects which will see fulfillment in Christ which should comfort are:
God's judgment will be just and right. He will pay trouble to those who trouble, but give relief to those who have been troubling. He will punish with everlasting destruction those who do not obey the gospel of the Lord Jesus.
He will bring to glory those who have believed.
Paul prays for his brothers that their faith would continue to grow, as they persevere and face trials. As a Christian, I ought to pray for perseverance and endurance in the midst of suffering and trial.
Ch 2
Don't become easily unsettled or alarmed about the return of Jesus or speculation about it. Don't be deceived. Remember what Paul taught when he was with them earlier.
Satan is a deceiver. He is lawless, and doomed to destruction. He will oppose and will exalt himself over everything that is God. He will set himself up in God's territory. He is under God's control and will be overthrown by the breath of Jesus' mouth and destroyed by Jesus' splendour. His work will be displayed in all kinds of counterfeit miracles, signs and wonders and in all sorts of evil.
Ch 3
2:13-15 God's initiative in salvation - Loved by God, chosen from the beginning, through the sanctifying work of the Spirit, through belief in the truth. Called you to share in the glory of Jesus.
Paul's prayers:
May God encourage your hearts & strengthen you in every good word and deed
Pray for us that the message may spread rapidly & be honoured
Pray for deliverence from wicked & evil men
May the Lord direct your hearts into God's love and Christ's perseverance
May the God of peace give you peace at all times in every way
3:6-13 Daily work & tasks are a vital part of the Christian's life. They have relevance and importance - we need to be involved in work and avoid becoming a nuisance to others.
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