2 Thessalonians 2
“"Let no one deceive you in any way. For that day will not come, unless the rebellion comes first, and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the son of destruction."”
2 Thessalonians 2:3
Summary
In 2 Thessalonians chapter 2, Paul addresses the Thessalonians' concerns about the coming of the Lord and the 'day of the Lord.' He clarifies that this day has not yet come, as a rebellion and the revelation of the 'man of lawlessness' must occur first. Paul reassures the believers that they should not be easily shaken or alarmed by claims that the day has already arrived. He explains that the man of lawlessness will exalt himself against God but will ultimately be defeated by Jesus. Through this, Paul encourages the believers to stand firm and hold to the traditions they were taught. The chapter concludes with a prayer for God to comfort their hearts and establish them in every good work and word.