1 Thessalonians 2:18
Therefore we wanted to come to you—indeed I, Paul, tried again and again—but Satan obstructed us.
Majority Standard Bible
In The King James Version
Wherefore we would have come unto you, even I Paul, once and again; but Satan hindered us.
In Context
Cross References
Job 33:14For God speaks in one way and in another, yet no one notices.
Matthew 4:10“Get behind Me, Satan!” Jesus told him. “For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve Him only.’”
Romans 15:22That is why I have often been hindered from coming to you.
2 Corinthians 11:12But I will keep on doing what I am doing, in order to undercut those who want an opportunity to be regarded as our equals in the things of which they boast.
Colossians 4:18This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. Remember my chains. Grace be with you. Amen.
Philemon 1:9I prefer to appeal on the basis of love. For I, Paul, am now aged, and a prisoner of Jesus Christ as well.
Matthew Henry on 1 Thessalonians 2:18-20
Effects of the Christian Ministry. ( a. d. 51.) 17 But we, brethren, being taken from you for a short time in presence, not in heart, endeavoured the more abundantly to see your face with great desire. 18 Wherefore we would have come unto you, even I Paul, once and again; but Satan hindered us. 19 For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Are not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming? 20 For ye are our glory and joy. In these words the apostle apologizes for his absence. Here… Read the whole commentary →