The Christians in Thessalonica knew that when they stopped taking part in the social and religious activities of the city, they would have to contend with the resentment and anger of their former friends.
Orang Kristen di Tesalonika tahu bahwa apabila mereka tidak lagi mengikuti kegiatan sosial dan keagamaan di kota itu, bekas teman - teman mereka pasti tidak akan senang, bahkan marah.