"Paul's Epistle - 1 Thessalonians 4 - (NKJV - New King James Version)." This is the "mystery," a truth once hidden, now revealed, which Paul shows ( 1Cr 15:51, 52 ). NIV without--outside the Christian Church ( Mar 4:11 ). ... An integrated digital Bible study library - including complete notes from the Believer's Bible Commentary and the Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible (NIV and NRSV) - is just a step away! He died and then rose: so believers shall die and then rise with Him. in this form (cf. Poetical Books The letters (called epistles) from Paul to Thessalonica, which included I Thessalonians and II Thessalonians were probably two of the earliest letters Paul had written which was around A.D. 50 or 51. mGNT LXX This letter may be the earliest of the letters of Paul that wehave. with--Greek, "in," implying one concomitant circumstance attending His appearing. trump of God--the trumpet blast which usually accompanies God's manifestation in glory ( Exd 19:16 Psa 47:5 ); here the last of the three accompaniments of His appearing: as the trumpet was used to convene God's people to their solemn convocations ( Num 10:2, 10 31:6 ), so here to summon God's elect together, preparatory to their glorification with Christ ( Psa 50:1-5 Mat 24:31 1Cr 15:52 ). Prophets fornication--not regarded as a sin at all among the heathen, and so needing the more to be denounced ( Act 15:20 ). the Lord--the coming Judge ( 2Th 1:7, 8 ). Wisdom Literature 7. unto uncleanness--Greek, "for the purpose of." Greek (TR) He uses the strong term, "commandments," in writing to this Church not long founded, knowing that they would take it in a right spirit, and feeling it desirable that they should understand he spake with divine authority. Finally then, brethren, we urge and exhort in the Lord Jesus that you should abound more and more, just as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please God; for you know what commandments we gave you through the Lord Jesus.a. 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Pauline Epistles He seldom uses the term in writing subsequently, when his authority was established, to other churches. [EDMUNDS]. Bible Book List. Pentateuch Major Prophets -------------------- EDMUNDS well says, The "we" is an affectionate identifying of ourselves with our fellows of all ages, as members of the same body, under the same Head, Christ Jesus. Death affects the mere individual; but the coming of Jesus the whole Church; at Since the text and audio content provided by BLB represent a range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed in the resource materials are not necessarily affirmed, in total, by this ministry. YLT 2 For ye know what commandments we gave you by the Lord Jesus. by, &c.--rather as Greek, "IN the Lord Jesus"; in communion with the Lord Jesus, as Christian ministers dealing with Christian people [EDMUNDS]. 2 You are well aware of the instructions we gave you on the authority of the Lord Jesus. Therefore comfort one another with these words. Our website uses cookies to store user preferences. . 1. 1 Thessalonians 4 New American Standard Bible (NASB) Sanctification and Love. Welcome to your 1 Thessalonians Bible Study. The Old Testament "Giveth" implies that sanctification is not merely a work once for all accomplished in the past, but a present progressive work. As this is offered as a consolation to mourning relatives, the mutual recognition of the saints at Christ's coming is hereby implied. The word "cemetery" means a sleeping-place. So 1Ki 20:35. English Standard Version Update. -------------------- RVR, < http://www.blbclassic.org/Bible.cfm?b=1Th&c=4&t=NKJV >. 13. Though neither Hosea, nor David, was alive at the times referred to, yet each identifies himself with those that were present. Minor Prophets Saint is another name for Christian. 14 For if we believe that Jesus died and arose again, so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus. please God--that is, "and so please God," namely, by your walk; in contrast to the Jews who "please not God" ( 1Th 2:15 ). WEB 1 Thessalonians 4:1 "Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort [you] by the Lord Jesus, that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God, [so] ye would abound more and more." VUL The Old Testament NKJV Cookie Notice: 1 Thessalonians 3 - Wherefore when we could no longer forbear, we thought it good to be left at Athens alone; Copy Options. The Gospels Guzik Bible Commentary © 2013 David Guzik - No distribution beyond personal use without permission - For more information and resources visit EnduringWord.com 4 Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort you by the Lord Jesus, that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God, so ye would abound more and more. -------------------- Michael is perhaps meant ( Jud 1:9 Rev 12:7 ), to whom especially is committed the guardianship of the people of God ( Dan 10:13 ). 1 To the Church of the Thessalonians which is in God.As to the form of salutation, it were superfluous to speak. The rule according to which all ought to walk and act, is the commandments given by the Lord Jesus Christ. descend--even as He ascended ( Act 1:11 ). * 'Number Delimiters' only apply to 'Paragraph Order', Blue Letter Bible. Jesus is represented as a victorious King, giving the word of command to the hosts of heaven in His train for the last onslaught, at His final triumph over sin, death, and Satan ( Rev 19:11-21 ). -------------------- 1 Thessalonians 4 The Message (MSG) You’re God-Taught. 1 Thessalonians 5 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is a one-volume commentary prepared by Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset and David Brown Minor Prophets KJV 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Bob Davis Commentaries A/V Messages: 1 Thessalonians Title of Message: Audio: Biblical References ... 1 Thessalonians 2:1: 1Th 2 : 1 Thessalonians 3:1: 1Th 3 : 1 Thessalonians 4:1: 1Th 4:1-12 : 1 Thessalonians 4:13: 1Th 4:13-18 : 1 Thessalonians 5:1 1Th 5 : Return to Audio / Video Listing. Any other use of the NKJV must be in conformity with the Quotation Policy for the New King James Version. Believers are laid in sleep by Jesus, and so will be brought back from sleep with Jesus in His train when He comes. Poetical Books that ye sorrow not, even as others--Greek, "the rest"; all the rest of the world besides Christians. English Standard Version Update. So far were the early Christians from regarding their departed brethren as anticipating them in entering glory, that they needed to be assured that those who remain to the coming of the Lord "will not anticipate them that are asleep." Check out this summary and commentary and the book of I Thessalonians. Study the bible online using commentary on 1 Thessalonians 4 and more! A Life Pleasing to God. Minor Prophets 1996-2020. 23 3:20, 21 4:5 ). Blue Letter Bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the Bible easy and rewarding. NASB 18. comfort one another--in your mourning for the dead ( 1Th 4:13 ). The City of Thessalonica. NET The "we" means whichever of us are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord. to love--Greek, "with a view to," or "to the end of your loving one another." So the Church of England Catechism, "sanctifieth (present) all the elect people of God." The expectation was right in so far as that the Church should be always looking for Him; but they were wrong in making it a ground for neglecting their daily work. Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible. Observe, the glory and chief hope of the Church are not to be realized at death, but at the Lord's coming; one is not to anticipate the other, but all are to be glorified together at Christ's coming ( Col 3:4 Hbr 11:40 ). Please see Blue Letter Bible's Privacy Policy for cookie usage details. -------------------- 19 Do not quench the Spirit. Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren Or request of you in the most kind and tender manner, from real and hearty love and affection for you, and with a view to your good, and the glory of God: and exhort you: or beseech and entreat you. 5. in the lust--Greek, "passion"; which implies that such a one is unconsciously the passive slave of lust. General Epistles and so shall we ever be with the Lord--no more parting, and no more going out ( Rev 3:12 ). Error: Passwords should have at least 6 characters, Error: Usernames should only contain letters, numbers, dots, dashes, or underscores. It is your brother whom you wrong (compare Pro 6:27-33 ). NKJV By proceeding, you consent to our cookie usage. testified--Greek, "constantly testified [ALFORD]. Greek (mGNT), Audio Bibles: Since the text and audio content provided by BLB represent a He and his friends were in the city of *Corinth w… Blue Letter Bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on Christ and the Gospel of His peace and righteousness. 4 Therefore, brothers, just as you learned from us how you had to live in order to please God, and just as you are living this way now, we ask you — indeed, united with the Lord Yeshua, we urge you — to keep doing so more and more. The Whole Bible Blue Letter Bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on Christ and the Gospel of His peace and righteousness. Divine teachings have their confluence in love [BENGEL]. Since the text and audio content provided by BLB represent a range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed in the resource materials are not necessarily affirmed, in total, by this ministry. 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Retail: $49.99. in any matter--rather as Greek, "in the matter"; a decorous expression for the matter now in question; the conjugal honor of his neighbor as a husband, 1Th 4:4; 1Th 4:7 also confirms this view; the word "brother" enhances the enormity of the crime. 12. honestly--in the Old English sense, "becomingly," as becomes your Christian profession; not bringing discredit on it in the eyes of the outer world, as if Christianity led to sloth and poverty ( Rom 13:13 1Pe 2:12 ). The leading topic of Paul's preaching at Thessalonica having been the coming kingdom ( Act 17:7 ), some perverted it into a cause for fear in respect to friends lately deceased, as if these would be excluded from the glory which those found alive alone should share. ASV The text of the New King James Version (NKJV) appearing on or deriving from this or any other web page is for personal use only. Week 3 – 1 Thess 2:1-16 – Doing Ministry Paul’s Way. Contrast CATULLUS [Carmina 5.4], "When once our brief day has set, we must sleep one everlasting night." Historical Books But in His case death is the term used, 1Cr 15:3, 6, &c.; in theirs, sleep; because His death has taken for them the sting from death. 1 Thessalonians 4 Amplified Bible (AMP) Sanctification and Love. 8. despiseth, &c.--Greek, "setteth at naught" such engagements imposed on him in his calling, 1Th 4:7; in relation to his "brother," 1Th 4:6. It means he here began the closing section of the letter, with practical instruction on how God wants His people to live.i. 4 Finally then, brothers and sisters, we request and urge you in the Lord Jesus, that as you received instruction from us as to how you ought to [] walk and please God (just as you actually do [] walk), that you excel even more. Luke-Acts General Epistles "The Lord" marks His paramount authority, requiring implicit obedience. 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Not that the air is to be the place of their lasting abode with Him. Pauline Epistles Font Size. The same Hand that shall raise them is that which laid them to sleep. . The New Testament 14 Dec 2020. 15. by the word of the Lord--Greek, "in," that is, in virtue of a direct revelation from the Lord to me. 6. go beyond--transgress the bounds of rectitude in respect to his "brother." Prophets 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12. For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. defraud--"overreach" [ALFORD]; "take advantage of" [EDMUNDS]. The First Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Thessalonians Commentary by A. R. FAUSSET 14 Dec 2020. 1 Thessalonians 4:18 New American Standard Bible ... Super Giant Print Reference Bible, Red Letter Edition, 1995 Text, Comfort Print. I would not have you ignorant, brethren — The apostle had intimated, (1 Thessalonians 3:10,) that he desired to make them another visit at Thessalonica, in order to perfect that which was lacking in their faith. The New Testament in sanctification-- ( Rom 6:19 1Cr 6:15, 18 ). Luke-Acts Furthermore--Greek, "As to what remains." Blue Letter Bible. ELLICOTT explains the Greek, "robed round by upbearing clouds" [Aids to Faith]. 1 Finally, brothers, we urge you and appeal to you in the Lord Jesus; we instructed you how to live in the way that pleases God, and you are so living; but make more progress still. shout--Greek, "signal shout," "war shout." Thank you for registering. 2 For you know what instructions we gave you on the authority of the Lord Yeshua. 1 Thessalonians 4 Complete Jewish Bible (CJB). received--when we were with you ( 1Th 2:13 ). Which sleep in Jesus — The state of the bodies of the pious dead in their graves is not only here, but in many other passages of scripture, described as a short sleep, compared with that eternal life into which they shall awake in … Mark Dunagan Commentary on the Bible. the voice of. TR, Translation: The evil, as it subsequently became worse, is more strongly reproved in 2Th 3:6-12. So Hsa 12:4, "God spake with us in Beth-el," that is, with Israel. 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