Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Peace » Ministers should exhort to
Now such people we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ to settle down and work quietly and earn their own food and other necessities [supporting themselves instead of depending on the hospitality of others].
Quietness » Encouraged
but let it be [the inner beauty of] the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality and unfading charm of a gentle and peaceful spirit, [one that is calm and self-controlled, not overanxious, but serene and spiritually mature] which is very precious in the sight of God.
One hand full of rest and patience is better than two fists full of labor and chasing after the wind.
and to make it your ambition to live quietly and peacefully, and to mind your own affairs and work with your hands, just as we directed you,
for kings and all who are in [positions of] high authority, so that we may live a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.
Than a house full of feasting [served] with strife and contention.
Now such people we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ to settle down and work quietly and earn their own food and other necessities [supporting themselves instead of depending on the hospitality of others].