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2 Thessalonians 1:11 ยท KJV

"Wherefore also we pray always for you, that our God would count you worthy of this calling, and fulfil all the good pleasure of his goodness, and the work of faith with power:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

9Who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power;
10When he shall come to be glorified in his saints, and to be admired in all them that believe (because our testimony among you was believed) in that day.
11Wherefore also we pray always for you, that our God would count you worthy of this calling, and fulfil all the good pleasure of his goodness, and the work of faith with power:
12That the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you, and ye in him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.

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Devotional Reflection

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Paul fervently requests that God work in these young Christians' lives. He prays that God would enable them to carry out as much good as they can and will reward them for all their good deeds. Whom should you pray for as a new Christian?

Prayer

Father, you are mighty and strong. Bless the new Christians who are on my mind right now. Make sure they are aware of your support. Help them to do the greatest good in whatever they do to glorify you and bless your people. Keep the evil one away from them. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

Reflection Questions

1

How does knowing you are called by God impact your daily life?

2

What does it mean for you to fulfill God's good pleasure?

3

When have you felt the power of faith in your actions?

Life Application

faith

Seek to actively live out your faith in everyday situations. Reflect on how you can demonstrate God's goodness in your actions.

prayer

Make it a habit to pray for others, asking God to empower them in their calling.

Places in This Verse

Thessalonica(Thessaloniki, Greece today)

A prominent city in Macedonia known for its trade and cultural diversity during the Roman Empire.

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