2 Thessalonians 2:16 Now our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God, even our Father, which has loved us… I. IT IS GOOD IN ITS NATURE. 1. As to its object. 2. As to its foundation. 3. As to its effects. II. IT IS GOOD IN ITS ORIGIN. 1. Derives existence from God. 2. Man by nature is destitute of hope. 3. God communicates the principle. 4. God maintains it. III. IT IS GOOD IN ITS IMPORTANCE. 1. In regard to man's comfort. 2. In regard to his duty. 3. In regard to his safety. (E. Martin.) Parallel Verses KJV: Now our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God, even our Father, which hath loved us, and hath given us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace, |