(2 Thessalonians 2:13-17)

I. Chosen (2 Thessalonians 2:13)

A. From the beginning (Ephesians 1:3-6)
B. Through sanctification by the Spirit (2 Timothy 2:19-21)
C. Through belief in the truth (John 3:36)

II. Called (2 Thessalonians 2:14-15)

A. By the soul-saving gospel (Romans 1:16)
B. For the obtaining of the glory of Jesus (1 Peter 5:10)
C. Hold to the apostolic traditions (1 Peter 1:13-16)

III. Comforted (2 Thessalonians 2:16-17)

A. The love of Jesus and the Father (Romans 5:6-8)
B. Everlasting consolation (2 Corinthians 1:3-5)
C. Good hope (Acts 24:15; Galatians 5:5; Titus 1:2)
D. Established for every good word and work (2 Timothy 3:16-17)