The Italian Memorandum

The coming of the lawless one is by the activity of Satan”

(2 Thessalonians 2:9)

Introduction: The second coming was misunderstood by a segment of the first-century church. This is Paul’s attempt to clarify and elaborate on this matter.

I. The Text (2:1-12)

2:1 The subject: _____________________________

2:2 The concern: _____________________________

2:3 Two conditions: _____________, ____________

2:4 Five characteristics of the man of lawlessness:

_____________, ____________, ____________

_____________, ____________

2:5 Interpretation: ___________________________

2:6-8 Interpretation: ___________________________

2:9-12 Interpretation: ___________________________

II. Applications for Today –

A. _______________________________________

B. _______________________________________

C. _______________________________________

Conclusion: The second coming of Jesus in history should figure prominently into your world view. This steady linear approach to history will give structure to your own individual progress in the kingdom of God.