2 Thessalonians 3:4
And we have confidence in the Lord that you are doing and will continue to do what we command.
What it says
Paul says he has confidence in the Lord that they are doing and will continue to do what he commands.
What it is doing
It expresses pastoral confidence in the church's obedience.
In context
1Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you. 2And pray that we may be delivered from wicked and evil men; for not everyone holds to the faith. 3But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one. 4And we have confidence in the Lord that you are doing and will continue to do what we command. 5May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance.