1 Thessaloniciens - Caput 3

1 Thessaloniciens 3.1 propter quod non sustinentes amplius placuit nobis remanere Athenis solis 1 Thessaloniciens 3.2 et misimus Timotheum fratrem nostrum et ministrum Dei in evangelio Christi ad confirmandos vos et exhortandos pro fide vestra 1 Thessaloniciens 3.3 ut nemo moveatur in tribulationibus istis ipsi enim scitis quod in hoc positi sumus 1 Thessaloniciens 3.4 nam et cum apud vos essemus praedicebamus vobis passuros nos tribulationes sicut et factum est et scitis 1 Thessaloniciens 3.5 propterea et ego amplius non sustinens misi ad cognoscendam fidem vestram ne forte temptaverit vos is qui temptat et inanis fiat labor noster 1 Thessaloniciens 3.6 nunc autem veniente Timotheo ad nos a vobis et adnuntiante nobis fidem et caritatem vestram et quia memoriam nostri habetis bonam semper desiderantes nos videre sicut nos quoque vos 1 Thessaloniciens 3.7 ideo consolati sumus fratres in vobis in omni necessitate et tribulatione nostra per vestram fidem 1 Thessaloniciens 3.8 quoniam nunc vivimus si vos statis in Domino 1 Thessaloniciens 3.9 quam enim gratiarum actionem possumus Deo retribuere pro vobis in omni gaudio quo gaudemus propter vos ante Deum nostrum 1 Thessaloniciens 3.10 nocte et die abundantius orantes ut videamus faciem vestram et conpleamus ea quae desunt fidei vestrae 1 Thessaloniciens 3.11 ipse autem Deus et Pater noster et Dominus Iesus dirigat viam nostram ad vos 1 Thessaloniciens 3.12 vos autem Dominus multiplicet et abundare faciat caritatem in invicem et in omnes quemadmodum et nos in vobis 1 Thessaloniciens 3.13 ad confirmanda corda vestra sine querella in sanctitate ante Deum et Patrem nostrum in adventu Domini nostri Iesu cum omnibus sanctis eius amen

1 Thessaloniciens : Caput 3

Paul's Pastoral Concern for the Church

Chapter 3 of 1 Thessalonians reveals the apostle Paul's deep concern for the Church. How does Paul demonstrate his pastoral concern? This loving text describes the sending of Timothy, a trusted companion, to strengthen and encourage the Thessalonians in the midst of their trials.

Paul expresses his joy at receiving good news about the faith and love of the Church. This chapter emphasizes essential themes such as perseverance in faith, the importance of mutual encouragement, and the desire for spiritual growth.

Enlightening Bible Passages

Consider with us five Bible passages that illuminate the principles of pastoral care in this edifying chapter:

Acts 17:14-15

"The brothers immediately sent Paul to the coast, but Silas and Timothy remained behind in Berea. The men who accompanied Paul took him to Athens and returned with instructions for Silas and Timothy to join him as soon as possible." This passage provides the historical context for Timothy's sending mentioned in 1 Thessalonians 3:1-2.

Romans 1:11-12

"I long to see you, so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift for your strengthening, that is, so that you and I may be mutually encouraged by the faith." Paul expresses a similar desire to see the Thessalonians here, as he does in 1 Thessalonians 3:10.

Philippians 1:27

"But above all, live worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or hear about you in my absence, I will know that you are standing firm in one spirit, striving together for the gospel faith." This verse echoes Paul's desire for the Thessalonians to remain firm in the faith, as expressed in 1 Thessalonians 3:8.

2 Corinthians 1:4

"Who comforts us in all our troubles, so that with the comfort we receive from God we can comfort those who are in any trouble." This verse reflects Paul's desire to comfort and strengthen the Thessalonians in their tribulations, as mentioned in 1 Thessalonians 3:2-3.

Colossians 2:5

"For though I am physically absent, I am present with you in spirit, and I rejoice to see how orderly you are and how firm your faith is in Christ." Paul expresses a similar sentiment in 1 Thessalonians 3:6-7, rejoicing in the good news about the Thessalonians' faith.