2 Thessalonians 3:1-18, Disciplined: A standard worth pursuit.
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Prayer for one another is essential (1-5).
We need to pray that the message of the Gospel spreads.
We need to pray for deliverance from wicked and evil people.
We pray, knowing that the Lord is faithful and directs His people.
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MTR: Pray together right now.
Diligent work is worth imitating (6-13).
Idleness and disruptive behavior is grounds for separation.
The apostolic example was one of diligent work.
Diligent work is actually a prerequisite.
MTR: Ask yourself, how do I need to be working?
Obedience to Paul's instruction is expected (14-15).
Disobedience warrants a prescribed treatment.
Prescribed because it has a specific goal, restoration.