For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work, but the one now restraining will do so until he is out of the way,

so that all will be condemned—those who did not believe the truth but enjoyed unrighteousness.

But we must always thank God for you, brothers loved by the Lord, because from the beginning God has chosen you for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and through belief in the truth.

But the Lord is faithful; He will strengthen and guard you from the evil one.

It is not that we don’t have the right to support, but we did it to make ourselves an example to you so that you would imitate us.

For we hear that there are some among you who walk irresponsibly, not working at all, but interfering with the work of others.

Yet don’t treat him as an enemy, but warn him as a brother.