brought . . . good tiding s. App-121 . The only place, save Luke 1:19 , where euangelizo does not refer to the gospel. charity = love. App-135 . always . App-151 . desiring greatly . Greek. epipotheo. See Romans 1:11 . see . App-133 . read more
But when Timothy came even now unto us from you, and brought us glad tidings of your faith and love, and that ye have good remembrance of us always, longing to see us, even as we also to see you;Your faith ... T.W. Manson interpreted faith in this and the preceding verse as "fidelity," that is, "obedient faith"; and, although Morris denies this as having been "on inadequate grounds," he nevertheless admitted that "The word can have this meaning; and in this verse it would not be... read more
1 Thessalonians 3:6. But now when Timotheus came, &c.— This should rather be read, But now that Timothy is come,—and hath brought,— therefore (1 Thessalonians 3:7.) we are comforted. read more
6. Join "now" with "come"; "But Timotheus having just now come from you unto us" [ALFORD]. Thus it appears (compare Acts 18:5) Paul is writing from Corinth. your faith and charity— (1 Thessalonians 1:3; compare 1 Thessalonians 1:3- :, whence it seems their faith subsequently increased still more). Faith was the solid foundation: charity the cement which held together the superstructure of their practice on that foundation. In that charity was included their "good (kindly) remembrance" of their... read more
II. PERSONAL COMMENDATIONS AND EXPLANATIONS 1:2-3:13This extended personal section of the epistle contains thanksgivings for the Thessalonian Christians, reminders for them, and concerns that Paul had regarding them. read more
Timothy had evidently rejoined Paul in Corinth (v.16; cf. Acts 18:1). He brought good news that the Thessalonians were holding up well against the winds of persecution. This is the only place in the New Testament where the word euangelion (gospel, good news) is used of any good news other than that of Christ’s saving work. [Note: Morris, The Epistles . . ., p. 65.] They continued to trust in God and to love others as well as to remember Paul fondly and to desire to see him again (cf. Philemon... read more
Timothy’s report 3:6-10 read more
2. Joy on hearing about them 3:6-13Paul rejoiced when he heard that the Thessalonians were withstanding persecution. He shared his reaction to this news with them to encourage them to persevere as their afflictions continued. read more
3:6 us, (f-30) Or 'have good remembrance of us, always desiring much to see.' read more
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Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13
After leaving Thessalonica (2:17-3:13)Having reminded the Thessalonians of his work and conduct while among them, Paul now outlines his thoughts and feelings for them since he left. In spite of what his opponents are saying, his failure to return does not mean that he has no interest in them. Several times he has tried to return, but each time something has stopped him (17-18). He wants to have joy, not shame, at Christ’s return, and for this reason he is eager to see his converts grow and... read more