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Synopsis
Nowhere else than in 1st and 2nd Thessalonians does the apostle Paul deal so extensively with the second coming of Jesus Christ. Understanding this amazing event is key to developing and sustaining the Christian's hope, discipline, and evangelism. Respected preacher and Bible teacher, John MacArthur, presents yet another comprehensive and compelling commentary in his New Testament Series. Readers will find this resource indispensable for their study of these excellent epistles.
Synopsis
1 & 2 Thessalonians
The Thessalonian epistles are probably best known for what they reveal about the last days. But there is much more to these letters than just end times prophecy. At their core, they underscore the marks of a healthy chruch, addressing such practical matters as moral purity, disciplined living, church relationships, prayer, and church discipline.
Join John MacArthur as he explains each verse in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical.
The MacArthur New Testament Commentary series comes from the experience, wisdom, and insight of one of the most trusted ministry leaders and Bible scholars of our day. Each volume was written to be as comprehensive and accurate as possible, dealing thoroughly with every key phrase and word in the Scripture without being unnecessarily technical. This commentary will help to give a better, fuller, richer understanding of God's Word, while challenging the reader to a vibrant personal spiritual walk.
Synopsis
The Thessalonian epistles are probably best known for what they reveal about the last days. But there is much more to these letters than just end times prophecy. At their core, they underscore the marks of a healthy chruch, addressing such practical matters as moral purity, disciplined living, church relationships, prayer, and church discipline.
Join John MacArthur as he explains each verse in a way that is both doctrinally precise and intensely practical.
About the Author
John MacArthur ((B.A., Universidad Los Angeles Pacific; M.Div., Seminario Teológico Talbot; Litt.D., Grace Graduate School; D.D., Seminario Teológico Talbot) es Pastor y Maestro en la Iglesia Grace Community en Sun Valley, California y Presidente de la Universidad The Master's y Presidente y fundador del Seminario The Master's (en 1986) en Santa Clarita, California. El Dr. MacArthur es un conferencista activo quien ha enseñado en el programa de radio Grace to You.Desde que lanzó su primer y mejor vendido libro El Evangelio Según Jesucristo en 1988, el Dr. MacArthur ha escrito mas de 150 libros incluyendo una serie de comentarios bíblicos, La Segunda Venida, Avergonzados del Evangelio, Doce Hombres Comunes y la Biblia de Estudio MacArthur, recibieron la Medalla de Oro ECPA en 1998. John y su esposa Patricia viven en Canyon Country, California y tienen cuatro hijos y quince nietos.
Table of Contents
1. Identifying the Elect (1 Thessalonians 1:1-10)
2. Fail-Proof Spiritual Leadership (1 Thessalonians 2:1-6)
3. Parental Pictures of Spiritual Leadership (1 Thessalonians 2:7-12)
4. A People to Be Glad for and a People to Be Sad For (1 Thessalonians 2:13-16)
5. Out of Sight, but Not Out of Mind (1 Thessalonians 2:17-20)
6. The Pastor's Heart (1 Thessalonians 3:1-10)
7. A Pastoral Prayer (1 Thessalonians 3:11-13)
8. Excelling Still More (1 Thessalonians 4:1-2)
9. Abstaining from Sexual Sin (1 Thessalonians 4:3-8)
10. Shoe-Leather Faith (1 Thessalonians 4:9-12)
11. What Happens to Christians Who Die? (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18)
12. The Day of the Lord (1 Thessalonians 5:1-3)
13. Night People/Day People (1 Thessalonians 5:4-11)
14. Growing a Healthy Flock-Part 1:The Relationship Between Shepherds and Sheep (1 Thessalonians 5:12-13)
15. Growing a Healthy Flock-Part 2: Dealing with the Spiritually Needy (1 Thessalonians 5:14-15)
16. The Sheep's Responsibilities to the Great Shepherd-Part 1:Joyfulness, Prayerfulness, and Thankfulness (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
17. The Sheep's Responsibilities to the Great Shepherd-Part 2: Do Not Quench the Spirit; Respond to God's Word; Be Discerning (1 Thessalonians 5:19-22)
18. A Prayer for Complete Sanctification (1 Thessalonians 5:23-24)
19. Paul's Final Requests (1 Thessalonians 5:25-28)
Introduction to 2 Thessalonians
20. A Church to Be Proud Of (2 Thessalonians 1:1-5)
21. The Vengeance of the Lord Jesus (2 Thessalonians 1:6-10)
22. Praying for the Right Things (2 Thessalonians 1:11-12)
23. How to Be Ready for the End Times-Part 1:Remember What You Know (2 Thessalonians 2:1-5)
24. How to Be Ready for the End Times-Part 2:Be Strong and Courageous (2 Thessalonians 2:6-17)
25. What the Pastor Desires from His People (2 Thessalonians 3:1-5)
26. Work: A Noble Christian Duty (2 Thessalonians 3:6-15)
27. A Prayer for Divine Enablement (2 Thessalonians 3:16-18)