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A Three-Part Integrity
Scholars explain that Paul defends his ministry on three fronts. His message was not from 'error' (its substance was true), not from 'uncleanness' (his motives were pure, not driven by greed or lust), and not delivered 'in guile' (his methods were honest, not tricky). This comprehensive integrity gave his preaching its power.
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1 Thessalonians
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Thessalonians 2:3
18th Century
Theologian
For our exhortation. That is, the exhortation to embrace the gospel. The word seems to be used here so as to include preaching in…
AT Robertson
On 1 Thessalonians 2:3
Exhortation (παρακλησις). Persuasive discourse, calling to one's side, for admonition, encouragement, or comfort.
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Thessalonians 2:3
19th Century
Bishop
“The reason that we were able to endure so much was our consciousness of the sincerity and purity of our attention.”
Exhortation.
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 1 Thessalonians 2:3
Not only was the preaching of Paul and his companions filled with power and earnestness when they evangelized Thessalonica (vv.1–2), but wherever t…
John Calvin
On 1 Thessalonians 2:3
16th Century
Theologian
Now, setting aside the testimony of other churches, he reminds the Thessalonians of what they themselves had experienced, and explains in detail ho…
John Gill
On 1 Thessalonians 2:3
17th Century
Pastor
For our exhortation
Or "consolation"; for the ministry of the Gospel, which is here meant, consists of doctrines ful…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Thessalonians 2:1–6
17th Century
Minister
The apostle had no worldly design in his preaching. Suffering in a good cause should sharpen holy resolution. The gospel of Christ at first met wit…