We have confidence in the Lord that you are doing and will continue to do the things we command. (II Thessalonians 3:4 NIV)
Paul's letter reads like military orders given to soldiers on the front line of a battle where lives are at stake. It is encouraging, but with a sense of urgent concern.
Paul has learned that some of his friends had begun to stray from his teachings. He describes them as believers who are idle and disruptive. He calls them busybodies.
To these believers, Paul goes on to encourage them to settle down and earn the food they eat.
To those who had not strayed from the teachings, he asks them never to tire of doing what is good.
Today, I will avoid idleness, gossip, and being disruptive toward those who are working at what is good.
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