The believers in Thessalonica had faced persecution since their conversion, but now it was more severe. A false teaching declared that the day of the Lord had already come, and some believers even quit working. What do you say to people whose lives move from bad to worse? Paul’s second letter to this new church addresses their troubling problems. Setting From the time of their conversion, the T…
1Por lo demás, hermanos, orad por nosotros, para que la palabra del Señor corra y sea glorificada, así como lo fue entre vosotros,
2y para que seamos librados de hombres perversos y malos; porque no es de todos la fe.
3Pero fiel es el Señor, que os afirmará y guardará del mal.
4Y tenemos confianza respecto a vosotros en el Señor, en que hacéis y haréis lo que os hemos mandado.
5Y el Señor encamine vuestros corazones al amor de Dios, y a la paciencia de Cristo.
6Pero os ordenamos, hermanos, en el nombre de nuestro Señor Jesucristo, que os apartéis de todo hermano que ande desordenadamente, y no según la enseñanza que recibisteis de nosotros.
7Porque vosotros mismos sabéis de qué manera debéis imitarnos; pues nosotros no anduvimos desordenadamente entre vosotros,
8ni comimos de balde el pan de nadie, sino que trabajamos con afán y fatiga día y noche, para no ser gravosos a ninguno de vosotros;
9no porque no tuviésemos derecho, sino por daros nosotros mismos un ejemplo para que nos imitaseis.
10Porque también cuando estábamos con vosotros, os ordenábamos esto: Si alguno no quiere trabajar, tampoco coma.
11Porque oímos que algunos de entre vosotros andan desordenadamente, no trabajando en nada, sino entremetiéndose en lo ajeno.
12A los tales mandamos y exhortamos por nuestro Señor Jesucristo, que trabajando sosegadamente, coman su propio pan.
13Y vosotros, hermanos, no os canséis de hacer bien.
14Si alguno no obedece a lo que decimos por medio de esta carta, a ese señaladlo, y no os juntéis con él, para que se avergüence.
15Mas no lo tengáis por enemigo, sino amonestadle como a hermano.
16Y el mismo Señor de paz os dé siempre paz en toda manera. El Señor sea con todos vosotros.
17La salutación es de mi propia mano, de Pablo, que es el signo en toda carta mía; así escribo.
18La gracia de nuestro Señor Jesucristo sea con todos vosotros. Amén.
TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES
I
Versículo 1
I. 3:1-5 Before taking up the final topic of the letter (3:6-15), Paul requests prayer (3:1-2) and a…
3:1-5 Before taking up the final topic of the letter (3:6-15), Paul requests prayer (3:1-2) and assures the Thessalonians of God’s providence in troubles (3:3-5).
3:1 pray: The prayer that the gospel would spread rapidly recalls Ps 147:15. Paul merges the image with reference to the games (see 1 Cor 9:24-26; Gal 2:2) in which a victor was honored.
II
Versículo 2
II. 3:2 Paul, too, suffered for the Good News (2 Cor 6:5; 11:23-26; 1 Thes 2:2). His prayer to be res…
3:2 Paul, too, suffered for the Good News (2 Cor 6:5; 11:23-26; 1 Thes 2:2). His prayer to be rescued echoes Isa 25:4.
III
Versículo 3
III. 3:3 The sufferings the Thessalonians faced were caused by the evil one (or by evil; see 2:9; cp. …
3:3 The sufferings the Thessalonians faced were caused by the evil one (or by evil; see 2:9; cp. 1:4-6; 1 Thes 1:6; 2:14).
IV
Versículo 5
IV. 3:5 The prayer that God would lead (literally make straight) their hearts reflects an Old Testame…
3:5 The prayer that God would lead (literally make straight) their hearts reflects an Old Testament expression (1 Chr 29:18; Prov 23:19). Christians are expected to love as God loves and practice patient endurance as Christ endured.
V
Versículo 6
V. 3:6-15 In his previous letter, Paul had addressed the problem of lazy members of the church who r…
3:6-15 In his previous letter, Paul had addressed the problem of lazy members of the church who refused to work (1 Thes 4:11-12; 5:14). Some had ignored his message and example, so he gives additional instruction for dealing with these members.
3:6 Paul’s command is given by the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ (1 Thes 4:2). • Church members should shun Christians who live idle lives (see 2 Thes 3:7, 11-13; 1 Thes 5:14). To stay away from the lazy would make a strong impression on them (Matt 18:17; Rom 16:17; 1 Cor 5:9-13), promoting shame (2 Thes 3:14) and repentance, but stopping short of excommunication (3:15).
VI
Versículo 7
VI. 3:7 Teaching by example was highly regarded in the ancient world. Paul himself provided an exampl…
3:7 Teaching by example was highly regarded in the ancient world. Paul himself provided an example by working for his own food (3:8; 1 Thes 2:9).
VII
Versículo 8
VII. 3:8 without paying for it: Although Paul taught that workers in the Christian church could receiv…
3:8 without paying for it: Although Paul taught that workers in the Christian church could receive pay for their labor (3:9; see Matt 10:10; 1 Cor 9:7-14; 1 Tim 5:17-18), he did not take advantage of that privilege (1 Thes 2:9; 2 Thes 3:6-10).
VIII
Versículo 9
VIII. 3:9 Paul had distanced himself from others in the culture who were motivated by fame and money (1…
3:9 Paul had distanced himself from others in the culture who were motivated by fame and money (1 Thes 2:5).
IX
Versículo 10
IX. 3:10 Work is the appropriate way to gain a living (see Gen 3:17-19; Ps 128:2; Prov 10:4). Paul ab…
3:10 Work is the appropriate way to gain a living (see Gen 3:17-19; Ps 128:2; Prov 10:4). Paul absolves the church of the responsibility of feeding other believers who refuse to work.
X
Versículo 12
X. 3:12 Paul underscores the strength of the command by appealing to the authority of the Lord Jesus…
3:12 Paul underscores the strength of the command by appealing to the authority of the Lord Jesus (as in 3:6; 1 Thes 4:1-2). • settle down: i.e., lead a quiet life instead of being involved in meddlesome activities (see 1 Thes 4:11).
XI
Versículo 13
XI. 3:13 doing good: The Thessalonians were exhorted to reach out and help those in genuine need (see…
3:13 doing good: The Thessalonians were exhorted to reach out and help those in genuine need (see Gal 6:9-10), in contrast with those who are lazy and dependent (2 Thes 3:7-8, 10).
XII
Versículo 14
XII. 3:14 Paul hoped that the disobedient Christians would be ashamed and repent (see study note on 3:…
3:14 Paul hoped that the disobedient Christians would be ashamed and repent (see study note on 3:6) in response to being shunned by the community.
XIII
Versículo 15
XIII. 3:15 Don’t think of them as enemies: In the ancient world, social relations with enemies were bro…
3:15 Don’t think of them as enemies: In the ancient world, social relations with enemies were broken off and punitive action was initiated against them. Paul warns the Thessalonians that discipline against disobedient Christians (3:14) should not result in this kind of attack. Rather, the church should treat them as members of the family, with the hope that they would correct their conduct (1 Thes 5:12, 14).
XIV
Versículo 16
XIV. 3:16 The final prayer echoes Jesus’ blessing in John 14:27 (cp. Num 6:26) and contrasts with the …
3:16 The final prayer echoes Jesus’ blessing in John 14:27 (cp. Num 6:26) and contrasts with the situation these believers faced in Thessalonica (2 Thes 1:4-10; 1 Thes 2:14). Paul was always conscious of the Lord Jesus’ presence with his people (Rom 15:33; Phil 4:9).
XV
Versículo 17
XV. 3:17 A secretary had written this letter for Paul (Rom 16:22; 1 Pet 5:12). Now Paul takes the pen…
3:17 A secretary had written this letter for Paul (Rom 16:22; 1 Pet 5:12). Now Paul takes the pen to add a final greeting in his own hand (cp. 1 Cor 16:21; Gal 6:11; Col 4:18; Phlm 1:19). Because he suspected that a letter he had not written was circulating under his name (2 Thes 2:2), he emphasizes this authenticating procedure to prove this letter is from him.
16
Versículo 18
16. 3:18 Ancient letters frequently ended with a wish for health or prosperity, but Paul’s blessing i…
3:18 Ancient letters frequently ended with a wish for health or prosperity, but Paul’s blessing is much grander: He calls on the Lord Jesus Christ to grant grace to the recipients (see 1 Thes 5:28).
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2 Thessalonians — Capítulo 3
The believers in Thessalonica had faced persecution since their conversion, but now it was more severe. A false teaching declared that the day of the Lord had already come, and some believers even quit working. What do you say to people whose lives move from bad to worse? Paul’s second letter to this new church addresses their troubling problems. Setting From the time of their conversion, the T…
Texto — Reina-Valera 1960
1Por lo demás, hermanos, orad por nosotros, para que la palabra del Señor corra y sea glorificada, así como lo fue entre vosotros,
2y para que seamos librados de hombres perversos y malos; porque no es de todos la fe.
3Pero fiel es el Señor, que os afirmará y guardará del mal.
4Y tenemos confianza respecto a vosotros en el Señor, en que hacéis y haréis lo que os hemos mandado.
5Y el Señor encamine vuestros corazones al amor de Dios, y a la paciencia de Cristo.
6Pero os ordenamos, hermanos, en el nombre de nuestro Señor Jesucristo, que os apartéis de todo hermano que ande desordenadamente, y no según la enseñanza que recibisteis de nosotros.
7Porque vosotros mismos sabéis de qué manera debéis imitarnos; pues nosotros no anduvimos desordenadamente entre vosotros,
8ni comimos de balde el pan de nadie, sino que trabajamos con afán y fatiga día y noche, para no ser gravosos a ninguno de vosotros;
9no porque no tuviésemos derecho, sino por daros nosotros mismos un ejemplo para que nos imitaseis.
10Porque también cuando estábamos con vosotros, os ordenábamos esto: Si alguno no quiere trabajar, tampoco coma.
11Porque oímos que algunos de entre vosotros andan desordenadamente, no trabajando en nada, sino entremetiéndose en lo ajeno.
12A los tales mandamos y exhortamos por nuestro Señor Jesucristo, que trabajando sosegadamente, coman su propio pan.
13Y vosotros, hermanos, no os canséis de hacer bien.
14Si alguno no obedece a lo que decimos por medio de esta carta, a ese señaladlo, y no os juntéis con él, para que se avergüence.
15Mas no lo tengáis por enemigo, sino amonestadle como a hermano.
16Y el mismo Señor de paz os dé siempre paz en toda manera. El Señor sea con todos vosotros.
17La salutación es de mi propia mano, de Pablo, que es el signo en toda carta mía; así escribo.
18La gracia de nuestro Señor Jesucristo sea con todos vosotros. Amén.
TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES
Versículo 1
I. 3:1-5 Before taking up the final topic of the letter (3:6-15), Paul requests prayer (3:1-2) and a…
Versículo 2
II. 3:2 Paul, too, suffered for the Good News (2 Cor 6:5; 11:23-26; 1 Thes 2:2). His prayer to be res…
Versículo 3
III. 3:3 The sufferings the Thessalonians faced were caused by the evil one (or by evil; see 2:9; cp. …
Versículo 5
IV. 3:5 The prayer that God would lead (literally make straight) their hearts reflects an Old Testame…
Versículo 6
V. 3:6-15 In his previous letter, Paul had addressed the problem of lazy members of the church who r…
Versículo 7
VI. 3:7 Teaching by example was highly regarded in the ancient world. Paul himself provided an exampl…
Versículo 8
VII. 3:8 without paying for it: Although Paul taught that workers in the Christian church could receiv…
Versículo 9
VIII. 3:9 Paul had distanced himself from others in the culture who were motivated by fame and money (1…
Versículo 10
IX. 3:10 Work is the appropriate way to gain a living (see Gen 3:17-19; Ps 128:2; Prov 10:4). Paul ab…
Versículo 12
X. 3:12 Paul underscores the strength of the command by appealing to the authority of the Lord Jesus…
Versículo 13
XI. 3:13 doing good: The Thessalonians were exhorted to reach out and help those in genuine need (see…
Versículo 14
XII. 3:14 Paul hoped that the disobedient Christians would be ashamed and repent (see study note on 3:…
Versículo 15
XIII. 3:15 Don’t think of them as enemies: In the ancient world, social relations with enemies were bro…
Versículo 16
XIV. 3:16 The final prayer echoes Jesus’ blessing in John 14:27 (cp. Num 6:26) and contrasts with the …
Versículo 17
XV. 3:17 A secretary had written this letter for Paul (Rom 16:22; 1 Pet 5:12). Now Paul takes the pen…
Versículo 18
16. 3:18 Ancient letters frequently ended with a wish for health or prosperity, but Paul’s blessing i…