2 Thessalonians, 3
9. It was not as if we had no authority, but this was so that we might present ourselves as an example to you, in order to imitate us.
9. It was not as if we had no authority, but this was so that we might present ourselves as an example to you, in order to imitate us.
In 2 Thessalonians 3, Paul addresses the issue of idleness and lack of discipline among church members. He emphasizes the importance of work and contribution to the community of faith, and warns against those who refuse to work and live in a disorderly manner. The verses selected below are related to the topics covered in this chapter:
Proverbs 14:23: "In all work is profit, but mere words only lead to poverty." This verse highlights the importance of work and productivity, and how laziness and inactivity can lead to lack.
Colossians 3:23-24: "And whatever they do, do with all their hearts, as for the Lord, and not to men, knowing that they will receive the reward of inheritance. It is to Christ, the Lord, that you They are serving. " This verse reinforces the idea that work is a way of serving God and should be done with dedication and excellence.
Proverbs 10:4: "Diligent Hand rules, but the lazy hand ends up enslaved." This verse points out that laziness can lead to dependence and slavery, while diligent work can lead to autonomy and independence.
Ephesians 4:28: "Those who stolen no longer steal; before work, doing something useful with their hands so that you have to share with those in need." This verse encourages honest work and generosity with the needy.
1 Thessalonians 4:11-12: "Strive to have a quiet life, taking care of their own business and working with their hands, as we instruct them, so that they are decently in the eyes of those outside and not dependent of no one. " This verse reinforces the idea of the importance of work, discipline and independence, and how this can impact the witness of the Christian community before the world.
“Esforce-se, mesmo se for um pouco, mas sempre…” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina
