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Some in Thessalonica were shaken by a false claim that “the day of the Lord” had already come (vv. 1–2). Paul calms their fear: that day has not arrived, because two things must happen first—the rebellion and the revealing of the man of lawlessness who exalts himself “in the temple of God” (vv. 3–4). For now, a restrainer holds this back “until he is out of the way,” and then the lawless one will be revealed—only to be destroyed by Jesus with the breath of His mouth at His coming (vv. 6–8). Satan will fuel false signs and wonders to deceive those who “refused to love the truth,” and God will hand them over to their delusion (vv. 9–12).
In contrast, believers are loved by the Lord, chosen “for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth,” and called through the gospel to obtain the glory of Christ (vv. 13–14). So Paul commands the church to stand firm and hold fast to the apostolic teaching they received “by word or by letter” (v. 15). He then prays that our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father would comfort their hearts and establish them in every good work and word (vv. 16–17).
🌀 Reflection:
Where have you felt unsettled by rumors, headlines, or confusing teaching? Ask God to steady you in the truth of the gospel and to help you hold fast to Scripture-based teaching (vv. 2, 15).
💬 Mission Challenge:
Strengthen a friend’s faith. Share one clear gospel promise and a short prayer of encouragement and comfort with someone who’s anxious about the future (vv. 16–17).
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Just Keith Harris 
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