General Epistles Paul was obviously addressing able-bodied individuals who were capable of working, and not those who were elderly or infirmed and unable to work. (, Intercession for Their Spiritual Progress

But it is apparent from this letter that misunderstanding about the Lord's coming was present in the church. 2Th 3:11-12). convinced current interpreters. of GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, The Whole Bible Sign up to receive the week's latest articles, blog posts and updates. Encouraged by their steadfastness in the face of persecution, Paul had exhorted them to holiness in view of the Lord's coming (cf. of the statements of the church fathers. church seems to have been much the same. Used with permission. Please see Blue Letter Bible's Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. The New Testament (, Conclusion, Final Greetings and Benediction A verification email has been sent to the address you provided. Individual instructors or editors may still require the use of URLs. Luke-Acts The background of 2 Thessalonians is therefore essentially the same as that of 1 Thessalonians, with only slight additions.

Luke-Acts He writes (1) to encourage persecuted believers (1:4-10), (2) to correct a As with 1 Thessalonians, this second epistle was written from Corinth. This skillful deceiver is controlled and influenced by Satan the devil, and he will perform spectacular miracles to deceive: “The coming of the lawless one is according to the working of Satan, with all power, signs, and lying wonders” (verse 9). “The man of sin is revealed, the son of perdition” (verse 3). Johannine Writings After Paul’s departure from Thessalonica, ongoing persecution of the faithful believers continued, which very much disturbed Paul. Wisdom Literature

Paul condemned these individuals and gave strict instructions that such disorderly conduct should end. He ended with his personal signature to authenticate his letter (verses 16-18). Paul prayed that God would account them worthy of His calling, and that they would receive “all the good pleasure of His goodness and the work of faith with power” (verses 11-12).

A majority still hold to Paul's authorship

delivering 1 Thessalonians; see also Introduction to 1 Thessalonians). Blue Letter Bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the Bible easy and rewarding. Blue Letter Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. --------------------

And for this reason God will send them strong delusion, that they should believe the lie.”. He will encourage people to reject the truths of the Bible, and instead will teach lies about what the Word of God actually instructs (. -------------------- 1 Th 3:1-3,6).

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Because of its similarity to 1 Thessalonians, it must have been written not This great impostor will be led by Satan and will use his power to perform various counterfeit miracles, signs and amazing wonders. These are: Paul encouraged them to “stand fast” and to hold firmly to the teachings they were taught (verses 13-17). Revelation 13:13-14: “He performs great signs, so that he even makes fire come down from heaven on the earth in the sight of men.

To learn more about this “man of sin,” who is also called the Antichrist and the false prophet, see the article “Antichrist.”. Get the latest blog posts from Life, Hope & Truth straight to your inbox.

Copyright 2002 © Zondervan. Ac 18:1-11), sometime around 53 A.D. PURPOSE OF THE EPISTLE: The first epistle to the Thessalonians had been written in response to news brought back by Timothy who had made a quick trip there while Paul was in Athens (cf. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select a Beginning Point Prophets 1 Th 3:12-13; 5:23). Historical Books Note: MLA no longer requires the URL as part of their citation standard. Pauline Epistles It had already been the recipient of an earlier letter (First Thessalonians). Pauline Epistles Never miss a post! The man of sin is part of “the mystery of lawlessness,” and he will mislead people into “unrighteous deception” (verses 7, 10) and, therefore, unrighteous and ungodly behavior. Cookie Notice:
long after the first letter -- perhaps about six months. (Their Position) (, Prayer for Their Service and Testimony (Their “The falling away comes first” (verse 3). GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Use semicolons to separate groups: 'Gen;Jdg;Psa-Mal' or 'Rom 3-12;Mat 1:15;Mat 5:12-22', There are options set in 'Advanced Options', The Whole Bible He declared that “if anyone will not work, neither shall he eat” (verse 10). John 3:16, Jesus faith love), The Whole Bible

The New Testament Poetical Books We'll send you an email with steps on how to reset your password. Used by permission. Keep in mind these words: “Behold, I am coming quickly! What a wonderful opportunity and ultimate reward we have been offered! Paul's purpose in writing is very much the same as in his first letter to them. Paul makes it clear that one sure way to escape the coming deception is to receive the love of the truth and to make that truth an important part of our lives. -------------------- Johannine Writings Inasmuch as the situation in the Thessalonian church has not changed substantially, --------------------

It will be a breath-taking wonder to all who believe—including you, for you have believed the message we have given you” (verse 10, J.B. Phillips Translation). Prophets At the same time Paul expressed confidence in God who would help them to be obedient and develop “the patience of Christ” (verses 4-5). authorship of 2 Thessalonians has been questioned more often than that of 1

As with 1 Thessalonians, this second epistle was written from Corinth.

Paul continued: “Therefore, brethren, stand fast and hold the traditions [the truth] which you were taught, whether by word or our epistle. PURPOSE OF THE EPISTLE: The first epistle to the Thessalonians had been written in response to news brought back by Timothy who had made a quick trip there while Paul was in Athens (cf.

range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed (See our article “What Is Truth?”). Paul's Share this page using one of these tools: Email / username or password was incorrect! Pauline Epistles misunderstanding concerning the Lord's return (2:1-12) and (3) to exhort the Perhaps as a result of the mistaken belief that Christ would soon appear, some members had stopped working and relied upon the generosity of others to support them and their families. It is vitally important that each of us ensures we are firmly and resolutely grounded in the truths of God’s Word, so that when the great deception begins, we will have the spiritual character to stand firmly upon our beliefs. Compiled & Edited by BibleStudyTools Staff, California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information, Thanksgiving for Their Faith, Love and Perseverance However, such arguments have not The Thessalonians were given the assurance that “the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one” (verse 3). Our eternal lives depend upon our ability to believe the truths of God rather than the lies of Satan.

The Expositor’s Bible Commentary (Revised Edition) states that Paul “wrote the second letter a few months after he wrote 1 Thessalonians. For a second time Paul warned them about a religious deception he had discussed with them on his previous visit (verse 5). GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point The Word of God gives the answer. writers. The Gospels Since the text and audio content provided by BLB represent a By proceeding, you consent to our cookie usage. This false prophet, along with the political leader called the “beast,” will be destroyed in the lake of fire at the return of Christ (Revelation 19:20; 2 Thessalonians 2:8), followed shortly afterwards by the binding and restraining of Satan (Revelation 20:1-3).