_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_ Acknowledged as divine, and bring forth much fruit; _even as it is with you_ This is a very high commendation o... [ Continue Reading ]
_And the Lord_ By his Holy Spirit, whose proper work this is; _direct_ Powerfully incline; _your hearts unto the love of God_ That is, into the exercise of love to God, in return for his love to you; _and into the patient waiting for Christ_ Namely, the patient waiting for his second coming, or for... [ Continue Reading ]
_We command you, brethren_ We solemnly charge you; _in the name of the Lord._ (see on 1 Corinthians 5:4,) the credit and progress of whose religion are so nearly concerned in the matter; _that ye withdraw yourselves from every brother_ Whatever his rank, circumstances, or profession may be; _that wa... [ Continue Reading ]
_But ye, brethren_ Who are not guilty of these, and such like miscarriages; _be not weary in well-doing_ In pursuing that line of conduct which is reputable and useful, which brings glory to God, and good to mankind. The original expression, μη εκκακησητε, properly signifies, _do not flag_, through... [ Continue Reading ]
_Now the Lord of peace himself_ See on Romans 15:33; or Christ may be here intended, and called the _Lord of peace_, in allusion to Isaiah 9:6, where he is foretold under the character of the _Prince of peace_, because he was to reconcile Jews and Gentiles to God and to one another. _Give you peace... [ Continue Reading ]