The book of 2 Thessalonians
The Book of 2 Thessalonians
What is the book of 2 Thessalonians about?
The purpose of the book of 2 Thessalonians was to encourage persecuted believers (1:4-10), correct a misunderstanding about the Lord's return (2:1-12) and to strongly encourage the Thessalonians to be steadfast and to work for a living (2:13-3:15).
Who wrote the book of 2 Thessalonians?
The author of the book of 2 Thessalonians is the apostle Paul, along with Silvanus (Silas) and Timothy (1:1).
Who is the audience?
The largely Gentile church in Thessalonica, founded by Paul.
Timeframe 2 Thessalonians was written:
Written sometime around AD 51.
"In short" (One sentence summary):
In the book of 2 Thessalonians, Paul writes to correct a misunderstanding concerning the Lord's return and to exhort the Thessalonian believers to be steadfast and to work for a living.
Fun facts about 2 Thessalonians/Did you know?
The misunderstanding that Paul addresses is a false claim that Jesus had already returned (2:2).
