2 Thessalonians 1:10

When hee shall come to bee glorified in his Saints, and to bee admired in all them that beleeue (because our testimony among you was beleeued) in that day. 2 Thessalonians 1:10 (KJV)

This verse is part of the Apostle Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonians. In this section, Paul addresses the Thessalonian believers with encouragement and assurance regarding the return of Jesus Christ. “… and to be glorified in us, his holy people, who trust in Jesus.” (2 Thessalonians 1:10, NIV) The phrase “When he shall come to be glorified in his saints” refers to the second coming of Jesus Christ, signifying His future return in glory. It emphasizes that Christ will be honored and exalted among His believers. The phrase “And to be admired in all them that believe” indicates that believers will marvel at Christ’s glorious presence, experiencing deep reverence and awe for His divinity, redemptive work, and faithfulness. The NIV wording “and to be glorified in us, his holy people, who trust in Jesus” refers to the day of the Lord when God’s faithful will be honored. It emphasizes that believers—God’s holy people—will share in the glory that accompanies Christ’s return. Paul’s reference to “his holy people” underscores the special relationship between Christ and those who trust in Him. “(Because our testimony among you was believed) in that day” shows Paul acknowledges the Thessalonians’ acceptance of the Gospel message he preached, affirming that their faith validates the truth of his testimony. The verse does not include the parenthetical remark “because our testimony among you was believed,” which is not part of the biblical text. Overall, 2 Thessalonians 1:10 affirms Christ’s future return in glory, highlighting the honor and admiration He will receive from His saints and all who believe in Him, and it affirms that at the Lord’s coming God’s holy people will be glorified, reflecting Paul’s encouragement to the Thessalonian church.