12 in order that all may be condemned (A)who did not believe the truth but (B)had pleasure in unrighteousness.

Stand Firm

13 But (C)we ought always to give thanks to God for you, (D)brothers beloved by the Lord, because God chose you (E)as the firstfruits[a] (F)to be saved, (G)through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth. 14 To this he called you through (H)our gospel, (I)so that you may obtain the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Thessalonians 2:13 Some manuscripts chose you from the beginning

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