Tag Archives: Paul

The Rise of the Anti-Christ – 2 Thessalonians 2: 3-12

Posted on March 11, 2026 by dkoop

Some of the Thessalonian believers seemed to have accepted some wrong teaching regarding Christ’s Second Coming (2:2–3) and what would happen in the world before he returned. Paul had already taught them much when he was with them and had … Continue reading →

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A Growing Faith Through Trials – 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Posted on March 2, 2026 by dkoop

Someone said, “Today’s mighty oak was yesterday’s little nut that held its ground.” I like that. Paul is encouraging the Thessalonians to hold their ground and keep growing. The believers in Thessalonica were discouraged, and they needed encouragement. So Paul … Continue reading →

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Introduction to 2 Thessalonians

Posted on March 1, 2026 by dkoop

Effective communication is difficult; often the message sent is not the message received in the home, marketplace, neighborhood, or church. Even when clearly stated or written, words can be misinterpreted and misunderstood, especially when filtered through the sieve of prejudices … Continue reading →

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The Rapture of the Church – 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Posted on February 16, 2026 by dkoop

What does the word “rapture” mean?  Rapture- the belief that both living and dead believers will ascend into heaven to meet Jesus Christ at the Second Coming.  Britannica.com Where does the word “rapture” come from?  The term “rapture” comes from 1 Thessalonians 4:17, translated “caught … Continue reading →

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