Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Therefore encourage one another with these words. New Living Translation So encourage each other with these words. English Standard Version Therefore encourage one another with these words. Berean Standard Bible Therefore encourage one another with these words. Berean Literal Bible Therefore encourage one another with these words. King James Bible Wherefore comfort one another with these words. New King James Version Therefore comfort one another with these words. New American Standard Bible Therefore, comfort one another with these words. NASB 1995 Therefore comfort one another with these words. NASB 1977 Therefore comfort one another with these words. Legacy Standard Bible Therefore comfort one another with these words. Amplified Bible Therefore comfort and encourage one another with these words [concerning our reunion with believers who have died]. Christian Standard Bible Therefore encourage one another with these words. Holman Christian Standard Bible Therefore encourage one another with these words. American Standard Version Wherefore comfort one another with these words. Contemporary English Version Encourage each other with these words. English Revised Version Wherefore comfort one another with these words. GOD'S WORD® Translation So then, comfort each other with these words! Good News Translation So then, encourage one another with these words. International Standard Version So then, encourage one another with these words. Majority Standard Bible Therefore encourage one another with these words. NET Bible Therefore encourage one another with these words. New Heart English Bible Therefore comfort one another with these words. Webster's Bible Translation Wherefore, comfort one another with these words. Weymouth New Testament And so we shall be with the Lord for ever. Therefore encourage one another with these words. World English Bible Therefore comfort one another with these words. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionso, then, comfort one another with these words. Berean Literal Bible Therefore encourage one another with these words. Young's Literal Translation so, then, comfort ye one another in these words. Smith's Literal Translation Therefore comfort ye one another with these words. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWherefore, comfort ye one another with these words. Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, console one another with these words. New American Bible Therefore, console one another with these words. New Revised Standard Version Therefore encourage one another with these words. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWherefore comfort one another with these words. Aramaic Bible in Plain English Therefore, comfort one another with these words. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentSo, then, comfort one another with these words. Godbey New Testament So comfort one another with these words. Haweis New Testament Wherefore comfort one another with these words. Mace New Testament therefore comfort one another with this information. Weymouth New Testament And so we shall be with the Lord for ever. Therefore encourage one another with these words. Worrell New Testament So then, comfort one another with these words. Worsley New Testament Therefore comfort one another with these words. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Return of the Lord…17After that, we who are alive and remain will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will always be with the Lord. 18Therefore encourage one another with these words. Cross References 1 Corinthians 15:51-58 Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed— / in an instant, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed. / For the perishable must be clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality. ... John 14:1-3 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe in Me as well. / In My Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? / And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and welcome you into My presence, so that you also may be where I am. Revelation 21:4 ‘He will wipe away every tear from their eyes,’ and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, / who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. Romans 15:4 For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope. Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Isaiah 40:1-2 “Comfort, comfort My people,” says your God. / “Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and proclaim to her that her forced labor has been completed; her iniquity has been pardoned. For she has received from the hand of the LORD double for all her sins.” Matthew 24:30-31 At that time the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and all the tribes of the earth will mourn. They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. / And He will send out His angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather His elect from the four winds, from one end of the heavens to the other. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our Father, who by grace has loved us and given us eternal comfort and good hope, / encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good word and deed. Hebrews 10:24-25 And let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds. / Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching. 1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. Psalm 23:4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. Isaiah 25:8 He will swallow up death forever. The Lord GOD will wipe away the tears from every face and remove the disgrace of His people from the whole earth. For the LORD has spoken. Revelation 22:20 He who testifies to these things says, “Yes, I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! Romans 8:18 I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us. Treasury of Scripture Why comfort one another with these words. Wherefore. 1 Thessalonians 5:11,14 Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do… Isaiah 40:1,2 Comfort ye, comfort ye my people, saith your God… Luke 21:28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh. comfort. Hebrews 10:24,25 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: … Jump to Previous Comfort Encourage Wherefore WordsJump to Next Comfort Encourage Wherefore Words1 Thessalonians 4 1. He exhorts them to go forward in all manner of godliness;6. to live holily and justly; 9. to love one another; 11. and quietly to follow their own business; 13. and last of all, to sorrow moderately for the dead. 17. followed by a brief description of the resurrection, and second coming of Christ to judgment. Therefore The word "therefore" serves as a conclusion to the preceding verses, where Paul discusses the return of Christ and the resurrection of believers. It indicates that what follows is a direct application of the truths previously stated. In biblical literature, "therefore" often signals a transition from doctrine to practical application, urging believers to live in light of the truths they have learned. Encourage One another With these words Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul- The apostle who authored the letter to the Thessalonians, providing guidance and encouragement to the early Christian community. 2. Thessalonica - A city in Macedonia where the early church was established. It was a significant location for early Christian evangelism. 3. Thessalonian Believers - The recipients of Paul's letter, who were facing persecution and needed reassurance about the return of Christ. 4. The Return of Christ - The event that Paul describes in the preceding verses, offering hope and comfort to believers. 5. Encouragement - A key theme in this verse, emphasizing the importance of building up one another in the faith. Teaching Points The Power of EncouragementEncouragement is a vital part of Christian community life. It strengthens faith and fosters unity among believers. Hope in Christ's Return The promise of Christ's return is a source of hope and comfort. Believers are called to remind each other of this truth, especially in times of trial. Living in Light of Eternity Understanding the eternal perspective helps believers prioritize their lives according to God's will, focusing on what truly matters. Community Support The Christian journey is not meant to be solitary. Encouraging one another builds a supportive community that reflects Christ's love. Practical Encouragement Encouragement can be expressed through words, actions, and prayers. Believers should seek practical ways to uplift one another daily.(18) Comfort one another.--Here is a balm for the "sorrow" of 1Thessalonians 4:13. Bather, "in these words" than "with;" "Repeat these very words to one another, and you will find the comfort." What bereaved Christian has not found this true? Verse 18. - Wherefore comfort one another with these words; on the ground of that Divine revelation which I have made unto you. |
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