2 Thessalonians 3:14
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Әгәр ҙә берәйһе был хатҡа яҙылған һүҙҙәребеҙгә ҡолаҡ һалмаһа, ул кешегә иғтибарығыҙҙы йүнәлтегеҙ һәм, уға оят булып китһен өсөн, уның менән аралашмағыҙ.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is from Paul's letter to the Thessalonians. It tells us that if someone doesn't follow our teachings, we should avoid them so they feel ashamed and might change their ways.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing a game with friends and one friend keeps breaking the rules. This verse says it's okay to tell your other friends not to play with that person until they learn to follow the rules.
Historical Background
The Apostle Paul wrote this letter around AD 50 to encourage and correct the Thessalonian church. The culture was a mix of Jewish traditions and Roman values, where community adherence to rules and social norms was highly valued.
Living It Out Today
If someone in your workplace consistently ignores important protocols that affect teamwork, it might be necessary to limit interactions with them until they understand the importance of following the rules for everyone's benefit.
Topics
disobediencecommunity standardsshame as a motivator for changechurch disciplinePauline epistlescorrective action
Related Verses
1 Corinthians 5:9-13Romans 16:17-20Ephesians 5:11Titus 3:10-11Matthew 18:15-17
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have no company with someone?
It means not engaging or interacting with that person, which can be a form of correction and encouragement for them to reconsider their actions.
Is shame always a bad thing according to the Bible?
No, sometimes feeling ashamed can lead to repentance. It's about motivating positive change without damaging relationships irreparably.
How does this verse apply to churches today?
Churches use it as guidance for managing members who consistently break community rules or beliefs, fostering a disciplined and respectful environment.
What if someone changes after being avoided?
The scripture implies that the goal is to encourage change. If someone shows repentance, they should be welcomed back into fellowship.