2 Thessalonians 3:13

“But ye, brethren, be not weary in well-doing”

“But ye, brethren”: Paul now addresses and exhorts the majority in the congregation who were not being idle. “Be not weary in well-doing”: The bad example of the few cannot be allowed to discourage the many.

In contrast to the idlers, they should persevere in doing good” (Stott p. 192). “Weary”: “Must not get tired of doing right” (Gspd). Compare with Galatians 6:9; Ephesians 3:13; Luke 18:1. It is so easy to allow one bad example or one dishonest person to move one to stop doing any good. In spite of the bad example set by the idlers, the hard working members of this congregation still needed to help those who were legitimately in need. In addition, it is also very easy to allow others to discourage us. “Don't be misled. Do not let. few people who neglect their duty keep you from doing yours” (Hendriksen p. 204). In order to never tire of doing the right thing, Christians must learn to love that which is good, honorable, just, pure, holy, and noble (1 Peter 4:8). This means that we need to see the value, worth and dignity of doing the right thing. This verse also infers that the Christian is never justified in becoming discouraged or giving up because of problems within the congregation.