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For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Isn`t it even you, before our Lord Jesus at his coming?
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Commentators explain that when Paul calls the Thessalonians his "hope, joy, and crown," he is using a powerful metaphor. Like a victorious athlete receiving a laurel wreath, Paul sees the believers themselves as his prize and honor. His greatest joy and validation will be presenting them, faithful and saved, to Jesus at His return, showing the deep, personal connection between a spiritual leader and the people they serve.
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1 Thessalonians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For what is our hope. That is, "I had a strong desire to see you, to assist you, and to enjoy your friendship; for you are my hope and joy…
Crown of glorying (στεφανος καυχησεως). When a king or conqueror came on a visit he was given a chaplet of glorying. Paul is answe…
19th Century
Anglican
“We were most anxious to come and establish you, for we would lose all our hope and joy and honours if Christ should come and we had lost you.”
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Paul’s rhetorical questions tie the Thessalonians into his anticipation of the Lord Jesus’ coming and presence. They will bring him joy and be a vi…
16th Century
Protestant
For what is our hope? He confirms that fervent desire, which he had mentioned, since he has his happiness, in a way, treasured up in them.…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For what is our hope, or joy The apostle here gives a reason why they were so concerned at parting with the Thessalo…
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This world is not a place where we are to be always, or long together. In heaven holy souls will meet, and never part again. And though the apostle…
13th Century
Catholic
In the preceding section, the Apostle disclosed the nature of his coming to them; here he indicates the nature of their conversion. In addressing t…