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2 Thessalonians 3:13

An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

But you, brothers, should not get tired of doing what is right.

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Then Jesus told His disciples a parable for the purpose of showing them that they should pray continually and not become discouraged.

To the ones who continue doing what is good and who look for glory, honor and immortal life [God will give] never ending life.

And after everything [else] has been subjected to Christ, then the Son Himself will also be subjected [i.e., He will subject Himself] to God, who subjected everything to Christ, so that God may rule over everything.

So, having obtained this ministry through [God’s] mercy, we do not become discouraged.

Therefore, we do not get discouraged, for though our physical body is decaying, yet our inner person is being renewed daily.

And I pray that your love may grow stronger and stronger, [along] with how much you know, and [that you may grow] in your ability to comprehend things.

Finally then, brothers, we request and urge you, in [the fellowship of] the Lord, that you should live [dedicated lives] and please God. Just as you people received direction from us [on doing this], see that you [continue to] do it more and more.

And yet do not consider him to be an enemy, but warn him as [you would] a [Christian] brother.

Now think about how Jesus endured such opposition against Himself from sinners, so that you do not grow weary and become discouraged [yourself].

And have you forgotten the exhortation that was addressed to you as sons? [Prov. 3:11f says], “My son, do not take the discipline of the Lord lightly, and do not get discouraged when He rebukes you.

And you have persevered and endured [suffering] for my name’s sake [i.e., in my service] and [yet] have not grown weary.




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