2 Thessalonians 3

The apostle recommends himself and his brethren to the prayers of the Church, that their preaching might be successful, and that they might be delivered from wicked men, 2 Thessalonians 3:1 , 2 Thessalonians 3:2 . Expresses his confidence in God and them, and prays that they may patiently wait for the coming of Christ, 2 Thessalonians 3:3-5 . Gives them directions concerning strict discipline in the Church; and shows how he and his fellow laborers had behaved among them, not availing themselves of their own power and authority, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-9 . Shows them how to treat disorderly and idle people, and not to get weary in well doing, 2 Thessalonians 3:10-13 . Directs them not to associate with those who obey not the orders contained in this epistle, 2 Thessalonians 3:14 , 2 Thessalonians 3:15 , Prays that they may have increasing peace, 16, And concludes with his salutation and benediction, 2 Thessalonians 3:17 , 2 Thessalonians 3:18 .