1 Thessalonians
Overview
Based on the NKJV, David Guzik’s commentary on 1 Thessalonians assumes the full trustworthiness and authority of Scripture, combining insights from scholars throughout the ages. Guzik provides clear exposition, designed to help Bible readers understand what the text says, and what it means. Calvary Chapel pastor Guzik forgoes formality and dives straight into the text—no lengthy introductions or extensive footnotes. Packed with helpful insights and context, the commentary examines the English text of the biblical book with limited reference to original languages, making it an ideal tool for lay people or anyone without language training.
Top Highlights
“The idea behind the word sanctify is ‘to set apart’—to make something different and distinct, breaking old associations and forming a new association.” (1 Thessalonians 5:23–24)
“‘When joy and prayer are married their first born child is gratitude.’ (Spurgeon)” (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18)
“The Christian can rejoice always because their joy isn’t based in circumstances, but in God. Circumstances change, but God doesn’t.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18)
“Work is God’s plan for the progress of society and the church. We fall into Satan’ snare when we expect things to always come easily, or regard God’s blessing as an opportunity for laziness.” (1 Thessalonians 4:11)
“More Christians are defeated on account of self-reliance than on account of Satanic attack.” (1 Thessalonians 5:23–24)
- Title: 1 Thessalonians
- Author: David Guzik
- Series: David Guzik’s Commentaries on the Bible
- Publisher: David Guzik
- Print Publication Date: 2013
- Logos Release Date: 2014
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Bible. N.T. 1 Thessalonians › Commentaries
- Resource ID: LLS:GUZIKCOMM73TH1
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-10-05T16:49:31Z