When he shall come to be glorified in his saints, and to be admired in all them that believe(because our testimony among you was believed) in that day.

2 THESSALONIANS 1:10KJV
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2 Thessalonians 1:10 (KJV)

What does 2 Thessalonians 1:10 mean?

2 Thessalonians 1:10 describes a future time when Jesus will return and be honored among his followers and admired by everyone who has believed in him, especially because they accepted the message Paul and his companions brought. The verse highlights the special recognition and awe that believers will have for Jesus "in that day" when he comes.

Paul is writing to the church in Thessalonica, reassuring them that their faith and acceptance of the gospel will be vindicated when Jesus returns. The verse fits into a larger section where Paul encourages believers who are suffering, reminding them that their trust in Jesus sets them apart for a future moment of glory and admiration when he is revealed.

The Greek behind 2 Thessalonians 1:10

  • ἐνδοξασθῆναι (endoxasthēnai, "to be glorified"): This word means to be honored or made glorious. Here, it emphasizes that Jesus will be shown in all his greatness among those who belong to him.
  • θαυμαστεῖν (thaumastēn, "to be admired"): This word carries the sense of being marveled at or wondered at. It shows that Jesus will not just be recognized, but deeply admired by believers.
  • ἅγιοις (hagiois, "saints"): This word refers to those set apart for God, meaning all believers, not just a special group. It highlights that every follower of Jesus shares in this future honor.
  • ἐπιστεύθη (episteuthē, "was believed"): This word points to the trust the Thessalonians placed in the gospel message. Paul connects their belief directly to the future moment of Jesus’ glory among them.

Why 2 Thessalonians 1:10 matters

  • This verse clarifies that the honor and admiration Jesus receives at his return are closely tied to the faith of ordinary believers, not just to dramatic miracles or public events.
  • Paul’s mention that the Thessalonians "believed" his testimony shows that their present faith, even amid hardship, has lasting significance and will be publicly recognized.
  • The verse connects personal faith to the larger story of Jesus’ return, assuring believers that their trust in him is part of a much bigger and glorious future.

Where else these words appear

“glorified” Greek G1740 · used in 2 verses

  • 2 Thessalonians 1:12 That the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you, and ye in him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.

“testimony” Greek G3142 · used in 20 verses

  • Matthew 8:4 And Jesus saith unto him, See thou tell no man; but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer the gift that Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.
  • Luke 5:14 And he charged him to tell no man: but go, and shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing, according as Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.
  • 1 Corinthians 2:1 And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God.

“admired” Greek G2296 · used in 46 verses

  • Matthew 8:10 When Jesus heard it, he marvelled, and said to them that followed, Verily I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel.
  • Luke 1:63 And he asked for a writing table, and wrote, saying, His name is John. And they marvelled all.
  • John 5:28 Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice,

“When” Greek G3752 · used in 118 verses

  • Matthew 5:11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.
  • Luke 5:35 But the days will come, when the bridegroom shall be taken away from them, and then shall they fast in those days.
  • John 16:4 But these things have I told you, that when the time shall come, ye may remember that I told you of them. And these things I said not unto you at the beginning, because I was with you.