2 Thessalonians 1:3

We are bound to thank God, &c.— From this verse to the end of the chapter, the apostle repeats the substance and main design of the first epistle; which was, to confirm them in Christianity, and in their patient suffering for it: and the great argument which he here makes use of is, that the Lord Jesus Christ would come as an universal judge, and that then he would punish the impenitent, and make the faithful happy, for ever. The Christians at Thessalonica seem to have been remarkable for their patience and steadfastness, as well as for their mutual love and affection. See 2 Thessalonians 1:4. 1 Thessalonians 1:3; 1 Thessalonians 1:6; 1 Thessalonians 2:14; 1 Thessalonians 4:9.