Note 17 at 2 Th. 2:8: The "Wicked" one is the same person as "the man of sin" in verse 3 and "the mystery of iniquity" in verse 7. After the removal of what withholds (v. 6), the world will then plunge into lawlessness. The name of this "man of sin" is never mentioned in Scripture. He is known only by his deeds and actions. It will be the Lord Jesus Christ with the words of His mouth that will totally destroy him at His coming (Rev. 19:15, 20-21).

Note 18 at 2 Th. 2:8: In Hebrews 4:12 God's Word is said to be sharper than any two edged sword. In Ephesians 6:17 God's Word is called the sword of the Spirit. In Revelation 1:16; 2:16; 19:15, 21, Jesus is described as having a sword coming out of His mouth. All of these references are referring to the Word of God.

The weapon that Jesus will use to dispatch all His enemies is the Word of God. People will be slain until blood will be up to the horses bridles (Rev. 14:20). This is a weapon that makes all the bombs of man pale in comparison. This is the same Word that God has committed unto us. When we speak His Word in faith, nothing can overcome it.

Note 19 at 2 Th. 2:8: This brightness could be describing the countenance of the Lord Jesus Christ as in Revelation 1:16. It could also be referring to the fire that other scriptures associate with the coming of the Lord (2 Th. 1:8; Heb. 10:27; 2 Pet. 3:12; Rev. 18:8; 19:20).