What does 2 Thessalonians 3:1 mean? Commentary, explanation and study verse by verse.
"Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course,a and be glorified, even as it is with you:"
CHAPTER III. _The apostle recommends himself and his brethren to the prayers_ _of the Church, that their preaching might be successful, and_ _that they might be delivered from wicked men_, 1, 2. _...
FINALLY, BRETHREN, PRAY FOR US - That is, for Paul, Silas, and Timothy, then engaged in arduous labors at Corinth. This request for the prayers of Christians is one which Paul often makes; see the not...
III. THANKSGIVING, PRAYER, EXHORTATIONS AND CONCLUSIONS Chapter S 2:13-3:18 _ 1. Thanksgiving and prayer (2 Thessalonians 2:13)_ 2. Prayer for the Word and for deliverance (2 Thessalonians 3:1) 3...
2 THESSALONIANS 3. FINAL COUNSELS AND EXHORTATIONS. The apostle (_a)_ asks for the prayers of the Thessalonian Christians on his own behalf (2 Thessalonians 3:1); (_b_) warns them against dis orderly...
Finally, brothers, keep on praying for us, that the word of God may run its race and receive its crown of glory--as it does in your case--and that we may be saved from these wicked and evil men, for t...
PRAY. App-134. Paul is the only N.T. writer who asks the prayers of those to whom he writes. See Romans 15:30; 2 Corinthians 1:11.Ephesians 6:19; Philippians 1:1; Philippians 1:19; Colossians 4:3.Phil...
Section IV. (_continued_). Ch. 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 1. _Finally_ See note, 1 Thessalonians 4:1. The chief topic of the letter is disposed of, and the wishes and hopes immediately arising out of it h...
1. The introductory phrase ΤῸ ΛΟΙΠΌΝ, _For the rest_ (see note, 1 Thessalonians 4:1), indicates that the writer, though he may afterwards digress, is drawing to a close. The main purpose of the Epistl...
ΤΌ ΛΟΙΠΌΝ (G3063; G3588) наконец, наша последняя тема (Best; _см._ также Philippians 3:1). ΠΡΟΣΕΎΧΕΣΘΕ _praes. imper. med. (dep.) от_ ΠΡΟΣΕΎΧΟΜΑΙ (G4336) молиться. _Praes._ означает: "постоянно молит...
DISCOURSE: 2216 THE SPREAD OF THE GOSPEL 2 Thessalonians 3:1. _Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may hare free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you_. THE light of...
_2 THESSALONIANS 3:1_.— The apostle now proceeds to the close of his epistle; and as he had so often and so ardently prayed for his Thessalonians, he here begs their prayers for him and his fellow-lab...
TEXT (2 Thessalonians 3:1) 1 FINALLY, BRETHREN, PRAY FOR US, THAT THE WORD OF THE LORD MAY RUN AND BE GLORIFIED, EVEN AS ALSO _IT IS_ WITH YOU; Translation and Paraphrase 1. (Finally) brethren, fo...
Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you: FINALLY, [ To (G3588) loipon (G3063)] - 'As to what remains.' PRAY FOR US...
EXHORTATIONS, REBUKES, AND BENEDICTION 2. Unreasonable] almost 'outrageous.' FAITH] better, 'the Faith.'...
THE *LORD HAS NOT COME YET 2 THE THESSALONIANS _IAN MACKERVOY_ CHAPTER 3 A REQUEST FOR PRAYER 3:1-2 V1 For the rest, *brothers and *sisters, please pray for us. Ask the *Lord that he will use us...
III. (1) FINALLY. — The practical portion is introduced in the same manner as in the First Epistle (1 Thessalonians 4:1), “for the rest,” “as to what I have yet to say.” PRAY FOR US. — St. Chrysostom...
CHAPTER 22 MUTUAL INTERCESSION 2 Thessalonians 3:1 (R.V.) THE main part of this letter is now finished. The Apostle has completed his teaching about the Second Advent, and the events which precede...
In addition to offering prayers on their behalf, Paul asks them to pray for the continued success of the gospel (“may others be as blest as we are”!) and (2 Thessalonians 3:2), for its agents' safety...
HELD FIRM AND GUARDED FROM EVIL 2 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Thessalonians 3:1 This closing section is full of comfort and inspiration. Believers in Christ are the beloved of God; their salvation dates f...
In conclusion the apostle urged them to pray for him that the preaching of the Word in other places might be with power and victory. He affirmed his confidence in them, and expressed his desire for th...
PAUL'S REQUEST FOR THEIR PRAYERS As he did in his first letter to the church in Thessalonica, Paul used the word "finally" meaning, "as for the rest." Paul asked them to pray for him but with the des...
Finally, (1) brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have [free] course, and be glorified, even as [it is] with you: (1) He adds now consequently according to his manner, various admonit...
_May run. That is, may spread itself, and have free course. (Challoner)_...
CONTENTS The Apostle closeth his Epistle with this Chapter. He takes an affectionate Leave of the Church, begs an Interest in the Prayers of the People, and prays the Lord to bless them....
The second epistle takes up another difficulty. It was written in view of another abuse of the truth of the Lord's coming a danger that threatened the saints. As the first epistle was intended to guar...
_A MINISTERIAL REQUEST_ ‘Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you: and that we may be delivered from unreasonable and w...
1_Pray for us_. Though the Lord powerfully aided him, and though he surpassed all others in earnestness of prayer, he nevertheless does not despise the prayers of believers, by which the Lord would ha...
There is nothing very particular in the apostle's exhortations. His great concern was the explanation which we have been considering. He prays that God and the Lord Jesus Himself, who had given them t...
FINALLY, BRETHREN, PRAY FOR US,.... The apostle now proceeds to the last and closing part of the epistle, which respects church discipline, and the removing of disorderly persons from their communion;...
Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have _free_ course, and be glorified, even as _it is_ with you: Ver. 1. _Finally, brethren, &c._] _Quod superest, _ το λοιπον, That which...
_Finally, brethren, pray for us_ See on Colossians 4:3; _that the word of the Lord may have free course_ Greek, τρεχη, _may run_, go on swiftly without any interruption; _and be glorified_ Acknowledge...
HAVE FREE COURSE; not be obstructed and hindered in its progress. BE GLORIFIED; by manifesting its divine power in the salvation of all who believe....
FINALLY, BRETHREN, PRAY FOR US, THAT THE WORD OF THE LORD MAY HAVE FREE COURSE AND BE GLORIFIED EVEN AS IT IS WITH YOU,...
As in the first epistle, so the apostle again asks for their prayers: first for the positive blessing of the Word of God which thy proclaimed that it might have free course to go forward and be glorif...
MAY HAVE FREE: _ Gr._ may run...
“FINALLY, BRETHREN, PRAY FOR US, THAT THE WORD OF THE LORD MAY RUN AND BE GLORIFIED, EVEN AS ALSO IT IS WITH YOU” “Finally”: God writes organized letters, with introductions, greetings, logical argum...
1-5 Those who are far apart still may meet together at the throne of grace; and those not able to do or receive any other kindness, may in this way do and receive real and very great kindness. Enemie...
OLBGrk; 2 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 3 2 THESSALONIANS 3:1,2 The apostle desireth the Thessalonians to pray for him, 2 THESSALONIANS 3:3,4 testifying his confidence in them, 2 THESSALONIANS 3:5 and praying...
Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run and be glorified, even as also it is with you [Here, as elsewhere, Paul asks for the prayers of the disciples (1 Thessalonians 5:25; E...
Clement of Alexandria Stromata Book V says the apostle. "And pray that we may be delivered from unreasonable and wicked men: for all men have not faith."[45] Pope Anterus The Epistle "Finally, breth...
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‘Finally, brothers and sisters, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run and be glorified, even as also with you, and that we may be delivered from unreasonable and evil men. For all have not th...
2 Thessalonians 3:1. PRAY FOR US. Paul knew how to magnify his office, when occasion required: but in the apostle he never ceased to be a humble, natural, Christian man. He not only prays for his ‘chi...
FINALLY (το λοιπον). Accusative of general reference. Cf. λοιπον 1 Thessalonians 4:1.PRAY (προσευχεσθε). Present middle, keep on praying. Note περ as in 1 Thessalonians 5:25.THAT THE WORD OF THE...
2 Thessalonians 3:1. _Finally, brethren, pray for us,_ «Pray for us,» says the apostle, «pray for myself and the brethren who are with me, pray for all the apostles and preachers of the Word.» «Final...
CONTENTS: Paul's encouragements and exhortations to the Thessalonians. CHARACTERS: Christ, Paul. CONCLUSION: It is required of those who have professed Christianity, that they live according to the...
2 Thessalonians 3:1. _Finally, brethren, pray for us._ This request is of constant occurrence. Ephesians 6:18. Paul often ascribes his preservation to the prayers of the saints. He solicits prayer tha...
PRAY FOR US. How often Paul asks this! Compare 1 Thessalonians 5:25. THAT THE LORD'S MESSAGE. He does not ask for the honor and power the world has to give. He is eager to have the Lord's message spre...
2 THESSALONIANS—NOTE ON 2 THESSALONIANS 3:1 Transition. Paul requests prayer for his work, reassures them of God’s faithfulness, and closes by praying for them. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElement...
_CRITICAL AND EXPLANATORY NOTES_ 2 Thessalonians 3:1. HAVE FREE COURSE AND BE GLORIFIED.—Probably St. Paul took this image from the Old Testament. In Psalms 147:15 the word of the Lord is said to “ru...
EXPOSITION CONTENTS.—The apostle now comes to the conclusion of his Epistle. He beseeches the Thessalonians for an interest in their prayers, that the gospel may be rapidly diffused and glorified by n...
Finally, brethren, pray for us (2 Thessalonians 3:1), Now again Paul is calling for prayer for him. I think that maybe sometimes we are guilty of not praying for those in spiritual leadership feeling...
1 Corinthians 16:9; 1 Thessalonians 1:5; 1 Thessalonians 2:1; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:17; 1 Thessalonians 5:25; 2 Corinthians 1:11; 2 Timothy 2:9;...
Finally [τ ο λ ο ι π ο ν]. See on 1 Thessalonians 4:1. May have free course [τ ρ ε χ η]. More literally, simply, and better, may run. Have swift progress through the world. An O. T. idea. See Psalms...
May run — Go on swiftly, without any interruption. And be glorified — Acknowledged as divine, and bring forth much fruit....
Observe here, 1. courteous and loving compellation, BRETHREN. There is. three-fold brotherhood, which the scripture takes notice of betwixt Christ and believers, betwixt believers themselves, and betw...