I Thessalonians 5:12-28

I Thessalonians 5:12-28

We now come to the conclusion of the first letter that Paul writes to the Thessalonians. It is a rich letter with a strong focus on the second coming of Jesus. This letter not only emphasizes the return of Jesus but also challenges us to live for Jesus as His return approaches. 

Paul ends with a wonderful blessing. A blessing that reminds us of all that God has done for in Christ. We will be sanctified completely and be presented blameless before the Lord on that day. All of this will take place because God is faithful. He will do it.

With this in mind, we must rejoice always, pray without ceasing and in everything give thanks. This is the will of God for us in Christ Jesus.

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Chapter 5
12 And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you;
13 And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves.
14 Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.
15 See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.
16 Rejoice evermore.
17 Pray without ceasing.
18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
19 Quench not the Spirit.
20 Despise not prophesyings.
21 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.
22 Abstain from all appearance of evil.
23 And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
24 Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.
25 Brethren, pray for us.
26 Greet all the brethren with an holy kiss.
27 I charge you by the Lord that this epistle be read unto all the holy brethren.
28 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.
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