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NASB | 2 Thessalonians 2:7 For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work; only he who now restrains will do so until he is taken out of the way. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Thessalonians 2:7 For the mystery of lawlessness [rebellion against divine authority and the coming reign of lawlessness] is already at work; [but it is restrained] only until he who now restrains it is taken out of the way. |
Subject: Power of Michael the Archangel? |
Bible Note: Hello and thanks brother Tim. I agree that it is impossible to know for sure who the restrainer is, although some "guesses" are better supported from Scripture. Fortunately for me, at this time, the Lord has not put a burden on my heart and mind about it. It doesn't matter much to me who or what the restrainer is, especially knowing that, as you pointed out, the Lord God is in control of it all. Still, I somehow got involved in this thread (by posting of course) and have enjoyed the education on the matter. Personally, I love the fact that God's word has mysteries that can not be truly known completely this side of glory. For me, it is the journey in learning that I can not know all about something that teaches me so much. Again, thanks for your well articulated post. God bless, Jeff |