Closing Words

Northwest Bible Church – April 21, 2024 – 2 Thess. – Alan Conner
2 Thess. 3:17-18
Closing Words

Intro

A. PAUL’S PERSONAL SIGNATURE (2 Thess. 3:17).

1. Customary use of a secretary (amanuensis).

2. Authenticate against forgeries.

3. Paul’s consistent pattern.

4. His signature. “distinguishing mark” -

5. Important for identifying the canon.

B. FINAL BENEDICTION (2 Thess. 3:18).

1. Second benediction

2. Grace from Christ

a. Grace comes through Christ

b. Grace – what is it?

c. Christ’s peace (2 Thess. 3:16) comes from Christ’s grace.

3. Be with you all.

Conclusion