But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.
2 Thessalonians 3:3 KJV
About the Book of 2 Thessalonians
Written soon after the first letter, this follow-up addresses two problems. Believers under persecution needed assurance that God would set things right. Others had grown anxious, or lazy, because they thought the day of the Lord had already arrived. Paul explains events that must come first and tells those who had stopped working to earn their own living. It balances hope with plain, daily responsibility. It is brief, but its advice is practical.
- Testament: New Testament
- Genre: Letter
- Chapters: 3
- Verses: 47
Who Wrote 2 Thessalonians, and When?
Author: Traditionally attributed to the apostle Paul.
When it was written: Probably a few months after the first letter, about AD 51.
Main Themes in 2 Thessalonians
- Perseverance under pressure
- Misunderstanding the end times
- Steady work
A Key Verse: 2 Thessalonians 3:3
But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.
It reminds shaken readers that the Lord, not circumstances, is the one who keeps them safe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many chapters and verses are in 2 Thessalonians?
2 Thessalonians has 3 chapters and 47 verses in the King James Version.
Who wrote 2 Thessalonians?
Author: Traditionally attributed to the apostle Paul. When it was written: Probably a few months after the first letter, about AD 51.
What is 2 Thessalonians about?
Written soon after the first letter, this follow-up addresses two problems. Believers under persecution needed assurance that God would set things right. Others had grown anxious, or lazy, because they thought the day of the Lord had already arrived. Paul explains events that must come first and tells those who had stopped working to earn their own living. It balances hope with plain, daily responsibility. It is brief, but its advice is practical.
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