2 Thessalonians 3:16

Text (2 Thessalonians 3:16)

16 Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in all ways. The Lord be with you all.

Translation and Paraphrase

16.

Now may the Lord of peace himself give the peace (of heaven) unto you throughout everything (you do and) in every manner (that He can provide it). The Lord be with all of you.

Notes (2 Thessalonians 3:16)

1.

The church in Thessalonica had passed through stormy waters. The apostle prays that God may now give them peace in the harbor of His care.

2.

In our outline, this prayer that closes chapter three is called (obviously enough), Prayer for peace.

3.

Although much of the third chapter of II Thessalonians contains strong words, it closes with sincere good wishes and a prayer for peace.

4.

This peace is not a far-off peace, but a peace now, and by every possible means.

5.

For the meaning of the title, God of peace, see notes on 1 Thessalonians 5:23, par. 3.

6.

Paul, like Jesus, gave his followers the benediction of peace, John 14:27. Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.