Book of 1 thessalonians commentary guzik

For i am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the. Pastor david guzik preaches through the new testament book of 1 thessalonians. There were datesetters and endtimes speculators among the thessalonians 2 thessalonians 2. So, we know that they wrote the letter during that journey. Read 1 thessalonians commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The day of the lord is a concept with a rich old testament background, and was mentioned in pauls previous letter to the thessalonians 1 thessalonians 5.

At the end of the book of leviticus, they have been out of egypt for a little more than a year. Includes access to holman nt commentary on each gospel see library in left gutter. Know perfectly there had been no special revelation to any of the thessalonians regarding this. Finally then, brethren, we urge and exhort in the lord jesus that you should abound more and more, just as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please god. In the commentary on genesis 1, guzik brings in verses from exodus. It is important to notice that the first words of 1 thessalonians are in the form usual at the beginning of a letter of this period. Summary of the book of 1 thessalonians bible survey. Though paul had to suddenly leave this young church, his deep.

The word of god coming home with power our gospel did not come to you in word only, but also in power. Enduring word bible commentary 1 thessalonians chapter 4. The apostle pauls two letters to the christians in thessalonica are remarkable for how they speak to the past work of god among them, the present work of god, and what god will do for them in the future, even unto the coming of jesus for his church. It was the first he wrote to european christians, and in it the fundamental things of the christian life are very clearly set forth. Though the apostle repeatedly complimented them 1 thessalonians 1. Grace to you and peace from god our father and the lord jesus christ. Such sins were common in the city in which they lived. Mar 04, 20 a versebyverse commentary on the letters of 1 and 2 thessalonians. The 66 volumes cover the entire bible, and each book is organized by both chapter and. Jeffrey weima provides an indepth look at two of pauls most intriguing letters. In the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god.

Guzik provides clear exposition, designed to help bible readers understand what the text says, and what it means. Counsels them to observe an inoffensive conduct, to mind their own affairs, to do their own business, and to live honestly, 1 thessalonians 4. Guzik bible commentary 20 david guzik no distribution beyond personal use without permission for more information and resources visit. Enduring word bible commentary 1 thessalonians chapter 1. For you yourselves know, brethren, that our coming to you was not in vain. This third book of moses tells us what happened during those 38 years. The hebrew title of this book gives us an idea of the theme of numbers. It is not a single day, but a period associated with gods outpouring of judgment and the deliverance of gods people. Pastor guzik provides knowledgeable, insightful, and understandable commentaries on books of the bible. Pastor david guzik s bible commentaries have enjoyed critical acclaim and wide use on the internet. Now, brethren, concerning the coming of our lord jesus christ and our gathering together to him, we ask you, not to be soon shaken in mind or troubled, either by spirit or by word or by letter, as if from us, as though the day of christ had come. It is helpful to trace the locations of paul and his companions that relate to the thessalonian correspondence. A versebyverse commentary on the letters of 1 and 2 thessalonians.

Verse 1 wherefore when we could no longer forbear, we thought it good to be left behind at athens alone. Paul was saying, you do not need anyone to tell you what happened, for you yourselves know it. Verse 2 for yourselves know perfectly that the day of the lord so cometh as a thief in the night. The significance of pauls being left alone derives from the fact of his enemies seeking to kill him, the threat being so serious that an escort guarded his journey to athens. The second advent will also be with the clouds of heaven 1 thessalonians 4. Turn this book over and see if there be any precept that the. Study guide for 1 thessalonians 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. Bible study questions on the book of 1 thessalonians. That he was seeking to please people, not god 1 thessalonians 2. Paul addressed the thessalonians but his instructions apply to all christians in the body of christ throughout the ages. Whereas in 1 thessalonians 4 the purpose was reassurance with reference to deceased christians, in this it is rather an admonition to be ready for the event when it occurs 1 thessalonians 5. Silas was only with paul on his second main journey. Philippians and colossians kindle edition by david guzik.

Leviticus only a month but the book of numbers encompasses more than 38 years. The ancient writer demosthenes expressed their view of sex. The apostle reminds the thessalonians of his preaching and behaviour. Based on the nkjv, david guzik s commentary on 1 thessalonians assumes the full trustworthiness and authority of scripture, combining insights from scholars throughout the ages. What follows is not a theological treatise, but a real letter arising out of the situation in which the apostle and his friends find themselves. All grief for the death of friends is far from being unlawful. Study guide for 1 thessalonians 3 by david guzik blue letter bible. His design is to dissuade them from excessive grief, or inordinate sorrow, on that account. Commentaries for the book of 1 thessalonians the faith, love, and patience of the thessalonians, are evident tokens of their election which was manifested in the power with which the gospel came to them. David guzik commentary on 1 thessalonians 5, where paul exhorts the. Pauls emphatic calling of the thessalonians to witness did two things. The apostle paul identified himself twice as the author of this letter 1. I have always found them to stand up very well when compared not only to the book that is the subject of the. Want to know our editors picks for the best books of the month.

The unexpressed statement is, this report is true that is, the report paul had mentioned a moment before in 1 thessalonians 1. Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the lord may run swiftly and be glorified, just as it is with you, and that we may be delivered from unreasonable and wicked men. Enduring word bible commentary 1 thessalonians chapter 5. Verses 18 in these words the apostle comforts the thessalonians who mourned for the death of their relations and friends that died in the lord. Yet the church of the thessalonians continued alive and active. David guzik commentary on 1 thessalonians 1 describes how the gospel caused changes in the tessalonian christians, which caused them to become followers. First, there is pauls characteristic salutation and greeting 1 thessalonians 1.

Then follows a paragraph of instructions directed especially to the. The book of 1 thessalonians enduring word media server on. This summary of the book of 1 thessalonians provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 1 thessalonians. Therefore, when we could no longer endure it, we thought it good to be left in athens alone, and sent timothy, our brother and minister of god, and our fellow laborer in the gospel of christ, to establish you and encourage you concerning your faith, that no one. What did paul remember about the thessalonians when he prayed for them 1. He provides with an overview of ancient thessalonica and the founding of the thessalonian. A verse by verse commentary on 1 and 2 thessalonians. They came through the red sea and saw god provide through the desert wilderness. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading thessalonians.

But even after we had suffered before and were spitefully treated at philippi, as you know, we were bold in our god to speak to you the gospel of god in much conflict. Paul begins this letter, like most, with a declaration of authorship, a clear recipient, an acknowledgment of his position as gods servant, and a blessing. Though his epistles might avail towards it, yet his personal presence would do more. As in all my commentaries, this exposition of 1 and 2 thessalonians serves as a reading aid to scripture that leads the reader to attain a basic grasp of the text, and to relate it to christian doctrine and practice. Enjoy davids first and second thessalonians commentary in print, or on kindle in this commentary, pastor david explains and applies the book of first and second thessalonianschapter by chapter, verse by verse. The enduring word bible commentary wordsearch bible. In the church of thessalonica there were some misunderstandings about the return of christ. That he sought personal prestige 1 thessalonians 2. The persons to whom this epistle is written, namely, the church of the thessalonians, the converted jews and gentiles in thessalonica. If paul was discredited, then the gospel message itself would be discredited. Enduring word bible commentary 1 thessalonians chapter 3. He directs christians to have respect for church leaders since many of them devote their own time and energies into serving the church as well as working in.

Best commentaries and books on 1 thessalonians logos bible. A verse by verse commentary on 1 and 2 thessalonians kindle edition by hall, gary j download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The phrase labor pains suggest both inevitability and unexpectedness. That he was preaching for what he could get out of it 1 thessalonians 2. In the beginning, god created the heavens and the earth. Speaks concerning their love to each other, and love to the churches of christ.

I have always found them to stand up very well when compared not only to the book that is the subject of the commentary, but when compared to the context of the bible as a whole. This chapter continues, significantly, the teaching on the second advent, but with a difference of purpose. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Some churches teach that we are saved by faith alone without works. It was said his preaching aimed at deluding others 1 thessalonians 2. Read 1 thessalonians commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. David guzik commentary on 1 thessalonians 5, where paul exhorts the church in thessalonica to be ready for the return of jesus. Evil and deception can show itself even in a spiritual setting, so it is important for christians to test all things. The faith, love, and patience of the thessalonians, are evident tokens of their election which was manifested in the power with which the gospel came to them. Study the bible online using commentary on 1 thessalonians 4 and more. Study guide for 1 thessalonians 2 by david guzik blue letter bible. Turn this book over and see if there be any precept that the lord has given you in. Study the bible online using commentary on 1 thessalonians and more. Paul himself founded the church in thessalonica on his second missionary journey acts 17.

Calvary chapel pastor guzik forgoes formality and dives straight into the textno lengthy. Pauls comfort to the troubled thessalonians and their questionnow, brethren, concerning the coming of our lord jesus christ and our gathering together to him, we ask you, not to be soon shaken in mind or troubled, either by spirit or by word or by letter, as if from us, as though the day of christ had come. He was only in the city a short time because he was forced out by enemies of the gospel. Paul believed that his personal presence would be a help to the thessalonians. Paul said this was a commandment 1 thessalonians 4. Paul constantly asked other christians to pray for him romans 15. Weima begins with the historical background of the letters. Paul, and silvanus, and timothy, unto the church of the thessalonians in god the father and the lord jesus christ. One coming is meeting him in the air 1 thessalonians 4. Paul, silvanus, and timothy, to the church of the thessalonians in god the father and the lord jesus christ. David guzik sermons on the book of 1 thessalonians. Timothy was sent back to the church there after paul left, but before this book was written. Read 1 thessalonians 4 commentary using john gills exposition of the bible.