2 Thessalonians 3:1-5
Reflect
As kids continue to grow, they’re discovering more and more about what they like and dislike. In one moment, they can go from liking tomatoes to absolutely hating them. It’s no different from anyone else. We can change preferences on a dime, follow the latest trend, make impulsive decisions, and be swayed by those who have stronger convictions than our own. People are fickle.
But Paul says here that the Lord is faithful (v3). He contrasts the faithlessness of men with the faithfulness of God. No matter what is thrown at the Lord or towards His children, God will always triumph because He is unrelenting and faithful.
And it’s because of this truth that the believer can walk with confidence (v4) against the enemy. Despite what can be hurled by others or by Satan, God is committed to His children, and evil shall not prevail. One commentator writes, “When Christians experience harm or even death because of righteousness, it is not evil that triumphs, but the plan of God that succeeds.”
Paul’s confidence is well-rested in God.
Apply
How does placing your confidence in the Lord resonate with you? Are there examples where you’ve leaned on the Lord for strength, and He carried you through? Share with a friend.
What are ways that you can maintain steadfastness in faith amidst what is hurled at you?
Pastor Nathanael
Pray
- Pray for our childcare team, the children and their families this week. Pray for the Director, Angie Clark.
- Pray for our Lead Team Pastor, Terry Okken and his family.
- Pray for our Missions Ministry Assistant, Oleksandr Lushchyk.
- Pray for Karen Alksne, our Congregational Life Ministry Associate.