2 Th 3 CHRISTIAN WORK ETHIC
Tuesday, February, 1, 2022.
2 Th 3:10
For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: “The one who is unwilling to work shall not eat.” Paul explained that Christians should not be freeloaders, expecting others to meet all their needs while they do nothing to help themselves. We are to follow Paul’s work ethic of working diligently, so not to be a burden to others 2 Th 3:8.
Application: Paul exhorted us to never tire of doing good 2 Th 3:13. We are to disassociate with so called brothers who do not obey the instruction to work for your food, in order that they may feel ashamed 2 Th 3:14.
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2 Th 2 END TIMES
Monday, January 31, 2022.
2 Th 2:7
For the secret power of lawlessness is already at work; but the one who now holds it back will continue to do so till he is taken out of the way: Who is the one, who is holding lawlessness back? Who is able to hold back Satan, except the Holy Spirit. When believers are caught up in the air to be with the Lord 1 Th 4:17, the Holy Spirit, who lives in believers Jn 14:16,17 will be lifted out of this realm also, to allow Satan to control those who refuse to love the truth 2 Th 2:10. God will then send a powerful delusion so they will believe Satan’s lies 2 Th 2:11.
Application: It seems to me that the people who are unaware of Satan’s plan—working through world governments, have already been under a powerful delusion, for they are unable to discern the truth about the plandemic.
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2 Th 1 ETERNAL PUNISHMENT
Sunday January 30, 2022.
2 Th 1:9
They will be punished with everlasting destruction and shut out from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his might: Paul revealed the consequences of not knowing God or obeying the Gospel 2 Th 1:8. God will punish these people with eternal destruction, while they will be separated from the presence of the Lord. This punishment will be experienced within their total being: physical punishment in our bodies Mk 9:48; psychological despair Lk 13:28; and spiritual separation from their Creator 2 Th 1:9.
Application: Jesus said it best. What benefit is it to gain the whole world (material wealth), yet lose your own soul Mk 8:36 (second death Rev 20:14). Tang sings these same truths:
Eternity is such a long time
to pay for a prideful mistake
Don’t be so foolish
There is a fiery Lake.
And if this truth offends you
Then believe in the Serpent’s lie
That God is a liar
And you’re never going to die.
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