Day 232: 2 Thessalonians 1:5
2 Thessalonians 1:5
The Blueprint — The Verse
All this is evidence that God's judgment is right, and as a result you will be counted worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you are also suffering.
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The Context — The History
2 Thessalonians addresses persecution and misunderstandings about the day of the Lord. Paul assures suffering believers that God's righteous judgment will vindicate them and afflict oppressors.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Paul gives thanks for their perseverance and faith 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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2 Thessalonians 1:4
4Therefore, among God’s churches we boast about your perseverance and faith in all the persecutions and trials you are enduring.
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (2 Thessalonians 1:4) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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2 Thessalonians 1:6
6God is just: He will pay back trouble to those who trouble you
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (2 Thessalonians 1:6) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- How do you reconcile suffering with God's righteous judgment?
- What helps you endure persecution or hardship?
- How is the kingdom worth present suffering?