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2 Thessalonians 2:17

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Comfort your hearts, and stablish you in every good word and work.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

May he comfort your hearts and keep you strong in everything good you say and do.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

You're held and strengthened for every good thing you're meant to do.

📚 Historical Context

In the first century AD, the Apostle Paul wrote his second letter to the Thessalonians to address confusion about the return of Christ and to encourage the believers who were enduring persecution and false teachings. The church in Thessalonica was facing intense trials, including opposition from outsiders and internal doubts, so Paul offered this prayer for their emotional comfort and spiritual strengthening. This verse highlights Paul's role as a shepherd guiding the early church to remain faithful in both their words and actions.

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