2 Tessalonicenses 3
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2 Tessalonicenses 3:4
Because they had deserved it, Paul was confident that they would be kept safe by the protection of God, and so he did not doubt that they would do the things which he preached for them in the name of the Lord.
2 Tessalonicenses 3:6
Since every congregation not everyone is obedient to the word of doctrine and some prefer their own pleasure and determination, not that of the law, Paul directs the Thessalonians to turn away from them so that they will realize their error. *A brother who is caught doing such things the bishop can bar him not only from the Sacraments but also from common intercourse with his fellows, so that when he is avoided by them he may feel ashamed and repent.
2 Tessalonicenses 3:8
There would have been nothing wrong if he had accepted food from them for his health, because he gave them spiritual food for their souls, which also obtained for them an immortal body with glory. But there is complete freedom when someone is content with his own food and does not depend on anyone else for nourishment or money.
2 Tessalonicenses 3:10
Then, too, while we were with you, we insisted on this to you Paul not only taught with words but encouraged others by his deeds. It is the sign of a perfect teacher when he backs up his teaching with deeds. Those who learn know what they are hearing is true if they see that these things are not neglected by their teacher. Even if they know that what they are being taught is obviously true, if they see that it is ignored by their teacher, it will make little impression on his hearers, because actions speak louder than words. that if anyone was not willing to work, neither should he eat Whoever dines often at someone else's house is given over to idleness and must flatter the person who is feeding him, but our religion calls people to freedom. So Paul says that if someone refuses to eat then he does not have to work, because nobody can live without food, everyone should strive to live independently and in that way please God.
2 Tessalonicenses 3:12
In order to convince them more easily, Paul interjects the name of our Lord Jesus Christ and encourages them to obey what is useful for them.
2 Tessalonicenses 3:16
In his usual way, Paul encourages them with good wishes as his dearest children, praying that peace will always be with them, which is the guide to eternal life. The Lord has promised to be with those who are peaceful.