2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5
Holman Christian Standard Bible
Stand Firm
13 But we must always thank God for you, brothers loved by the Lord, because from the beginning[a] God has chosen(A) you for salvation through sanctification(B) by the Spirit and through belief in the truth. 14 He called you to this through our gospel, so that you might obtain the glory(C) of our Lord Jesus Christ. 15 Therefore, brothers, stand firm(D) and hold to the traditions you were taught,(E) either by our message or by our letter.
16 May our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our Father, who has loved(F) us and given us eternal encouragement and good hope by grace, 17 encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good work and word.
Pray for Us
3 Finally, brothers, pray for us that the Lord’s message may spread rapidly and be honored, just as it was with you,(G) 2 and that we may be delivered(H) from wicked and evil men, for not all have faith.[b] 3 But the Lord is faithful; He will strengthen and guard you from the evil one.(I) 4 We have confidence in the Lord about you, that you are doing and will do what we command. 5 May the Lord direct your hearts to God’s love and Christ’s endurance.(J)
Footnotes
- 2 Thessalonians 2:13 Other mss read because as a firstfruit
- 2 Thessalonians 3:2 Or for the faith is not in everyone
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