2Th 3:4 | MHM | STEP | v. 4 : Paul expresses his confidence in the Thessalonians, saying that he trusts they will continue to do what he and his friends have taught them (2 Thessalonians 3:4 ). This confidence comes from his trust in God’s work in their lives. The things Paul commands are just what Jesus commanded his followers to do (Matthew 28:20 ). When Christians obey God’s commands, they can be sure that God will listen to their prayers (1 John 3:22 ).

‏ 2 Thessalonians 3:4

v. 4: Paul expresses his confidence in the Thessalonians, saying that he trusts they will continue to do what he and his friends have taught them (2 Thessalonians 3:4 ^a). This confidence comes from his trust in God’s work in their lives. The things Paul commands are just what Jesus commanded his followers to do (Matthew 28:20 ^b). When Christians obey God’s commands, they can be sure that God will listen to their prayers (1 John 3:22 ^c).