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2 Thessalonians 3:1
Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The author addresses the Thessalonian believers, requesting prayer for himself and his companions as he prepares to continue his missionary work.
The words — προσεύχεσθε (proseuchesthe) means "do pray" or "keep on praying," emphasizing persistent intercession. ἵνα (hina) introduces the purpose clause, indicating the desired outcome that the Lord's message advances rapidly and receives respect.
The thread — The request for apostolic prayer appears in 1 Thessalonians 5:25, while the theme of God opening opportunities for proclamation is echoed in Colossians 4:3 and 1 Corinthians 16:9.
Why it lands — The verse demands active intercession for the rapid spread and honorable reception of the gospel message.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you:
Cross-references
- 1 Thessalonians 5:25 Brothers, pray for us as well.
- Colossians 4:3 as you pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains.
- 1 Corinthians 16:9 because a great door for effective work has opened to me, even though many oppose me.
- Ephesians 6:19 Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will boldly make known the mystery of the gospel,
- Acts 19:20 So the word of the Lord powerfully continued to spread and prevail.
- Acts 12:24 But the word of God continued to spread and multiply.
- 1 Thessalonians 1:8 For not only did the message of the Lord ring out from you to Macedonia and Achaia, but your faith in God has gone out to every place, so that we have no need to say anything more.
- 1 Thessalonians 2:13 And we continually thank God because, when you received the word of God that you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men, but as it truly is, the word of God, which is also now at work in you who believe.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Pray without ceasing.
- Romans 15:30 Now I urge you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me.