Lesson 229: 1 Thessalonians 2:19
1 Thessalonians 2:19
The Blueprint — The Verse
For what is our hope, our joy, or the crown in which we will glory in the presence of our Lord Jesus when he comes? Is it not you?
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The Context — The History
Paul defends his tender pastoral labor against opponents in Thessalonica. Apostolic reward is not status but people presented as crown of boasting at Christ's parousia.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Paul compares his gentle nursing among them to a father's encouragement. At Christ's coming, they themselves are his hope, joy, and glory crown.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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1 Thessalonians 2:18
18For we wanted to come to you—certainly I, Paul, did, again and again—but Satan blocked our way.
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (1 Thessalonians 2:18) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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1 Thessalonians 2:20
20Indeed, you are our glory and joy.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (1 Thessalonians 2:20) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- Who has invested in your faith like Paul did in Thessalonica?
- How does future glory motivate present pastoral care?
- Whose crown might you be helping to form?