What is the topic addressed by Paul in the second chapter of 2 Thessalonians? How are these words relevant to us today? In what way do we face similar challenges within our church regarding end-time events (date-setting, conspiracy theories, and the like), however different our context? What similar principle do we find here that we also constantly confronted? 2 Thess. 2:1-3.

In Paul’s day there was a problem with teachings about the second coming.Well meaning people wanted to determine exactly when Christ would come. These errors troubled the Thessalonian believers, as would any Christian. Paul wanted to direct them back to the scriptures to understand God’s time line.
In the same way today we have to be careful about listening to those who set dates for the second coming. As a Christian I long for the day when I will finally see Jesus face to face. It is my sincere desire to be ready when he comes. The way we live our lives day to day should be the same if we knew he were coming tomorrow.

Prayer: Father Please helps us to examine the scriptures, to see if these things are so. Thank you in Jesus name amen.