Lesson 232: 2 Thessalonians 1:5
The Blueprint — The Verse
All this is clear evidence of God’s righteous judgment. And so you will be counted worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you are suffering.
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The Context — The History
2 Thessalonians addresses persecution and misunderstandings about the day of the Lord. PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More assures suffering believers that God's righteous judgment will vindicate them and afflict oppressors.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More gives thanks for their perseverance and faithTrust in God’s character, promises, and guidance — choosing confidence in Him even when circumstances are uncertain. More amid affliction. Their suffering is evidence of God's righteous judgment and worthiness for God's kingdom.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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so that we ourselves boast about you in the assemblies of God for your perseverance and faithTrust in God’s character, promises, and guidance — choosing confidence in Him even when circumstances are uncertain. More in all your persecutions and in the afflictions which you endure.
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Since it is a righteous thing with God to repay affliction to those who afflict you,
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Discussion
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How do you reconcile suffering with God's righteous judgment?
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What helps you endure persecution or hardship?
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How is the kingdom worth present suffering?
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