ISB ~ 1 Thessalonians 2 v19

crown of boasting:The expression Paul uses is found in the Greek OT at Prov 16:31 and Ezek 16:12. Here it signifies the pride that Paul will take in his readers when the day of rewards has come.

his coming:Several times the word “coming” (Gk. parousia) is used in the Thessalonian letters for the anticipated return of Christ in glory (3:13; 4:15; 5:23; 2 Thess 2:1, 8). For some of its background and meaning, see word study: Coming at Mt 24:3.