Paul informs that his intentions were never to flatter or deceive in his ministry because he's aware that his intentions are to please God not men. Therefore all his work is not in vein but glorifying to God. From Paul's genuine care and concern, he compares himself to that of a nursing mother to her children. Along with Timothy and Silas, they had loved the Christians of Thessalonica with gentleness. The gospel message was free and Paul never wanted to be associated with self interested leaders. This is why I assume he worked day and night in order to support himself as well as not to be a financial burden on the people he was reaching to. Paul thanks the Thessalonians for their response to the gospel message. He makes comparisons with them and the Judean Church as they are both being persecuted by their own people. The persecutors in Judea have angered God for denying Jesus and attempting to keep salvation all to themselves.
Prayer/response:
- Love God
- Repent
- Love His people
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