1 Thessalonians, 3

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Paul expresses his concern for the Thessalonians and sends Timothy to encourage and strengthen them in their faith. He reports the good news of their faith and love to the other churches.

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Concern for the Thessalonians

1 Wherefore when we could no longer forbear, we thought it good to be left at Athens alone;

2 And sent Timotheus, our brother, and minister of God, and our fellowlabourer in the gospel of Christ, to establish you, and to comfort you concerning your faith:

3 That no man should be moved by these afflictions: for yourselves know that we are appointed thereunto.

4 For verily, when we were with you, we told you before that we should suffer tribulation; even as it came to pass, and ye know.

5 For this cause, when I could no longer forbear, I sent to know your faith, lest by some means the tempter have tempted you, and our labour be in vain.

6 But now when Timotheus came from you unto us, and brought us good tidings of your faith and charity, and that ye have good remembrance of us always, desiring greatly to see us, as we also to see you:

7 Therefore, brethren, we were comforted over you in all our affliction and distress by your faith:

8 For now we live, if ye stand fast in the Lord.

9 For what thanks can we render to God again for you, for all the joy wherewith we joy for your sakes before our God;

10 Night and day praying exceedingly that we might see your face, and might perfect that which is lacking in your faith?

11 Now God himself and our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, direct our way unto you.

12 And the Lord make you to increase and abound in love one toward another, and toward all men, even as we do toward you:

13 To the end he may stablish your hearts unblameable in holiness before God, even our Father, at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ with all his saints.

Commentary

In 1 Thessalonians 3, Paul expresses his deep concern for the Thessalonian church and his desire to strengthen their faith. He begins by expressing his joy at hearing of their faith and love, and his desire to see them grow in holiness. He then encourages them to remain steadfast in their faith, even in the face of persecution and suffering. He reminds them that God will reward them for their faithfulness, and that they should not be discouraged by their trials. Paul then turns his attention to Timothy, whom he had sent to the Thessalonians to strengthen their faith. He expresses his joy at hearing of Timothy's success, and his gratitude for the Thessalonians' hospitality and kindness towards him. He then encourages them to continue to live in a manner worthy of the gospel, and to remain strong in their faith. Finally, Paul expresses his desire to visit the Thessalonians again, and his hope that God will grant him the opportunity to do so. He prays that God will strengthen their hearts and grant them peace, and that they will remain faithful to the gospel. Overall, Paul's message in 1 Thessalonians 3 is one of encouragement and hope. He reminds the Thessalonians of the importance of faithfulness and perseverance, and of the rewards that await them if they remain steadfast in their faith. He also expresses his deep concern for them and his desire to visit them again. In doing so, he provides a powerful reminder of the importance of faith and perseverance in the face of adversity.