Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Brothers and sisters, pray for us. New Living Translation Dear brothers and sisters, pray for us. English Standard Version Brothers, pray for us. Berean Standard Bible Brothers, pray for us as well. Berean Literal Bible Brothers, pray also for us. King James Bible Brethren, pray for us. New King James Version Brethren, pray for us. New American Standard Bible Brothers and sisters, pray for us. NASB 1995 Brethren, pray for us. NASB 1977 Brethren, pray for us. Legacy Standard Bible Brothers, pray for us. Amplified Bible Brothers and sisters, pray for us. Christian Standard Bible Brothers and sisters, pray for us also. Holman Christian Standard Bible Brothers, pray for us also. American Standard Version Brethren, pray for us. Contemporary English Version Friends, please pray for us. English Revised Version Brethren, pray for us. GOD'S WORD® Translation Brothers and sisters, pray for us. Good News Translation Pray also for us, friends. International Standard Version Brothers, pray for us. Majority Standard Bible Brothers, pray for us. NET Bible Brothers and sisters, pray for us too. New Heart English Bible Brothers, pray for us also. Webster's Bible Translation Brethren, pray for us. Weymouth New Testament Brethren, pray for us. World English Bible Brothers, pray for us. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionBrothers, pray for us. Berean Literal Bible Brothers, pray also for us. Young's Literal Translation Brethren, pray for us; Smith's Literal Translation Brethren, pray for us. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBrethren, pray for us. Catholic Public Domain Version Brothers, pray for us. New American Bible Brothers, pray for us [too]. New Revised Standard Version Beloved, pray for us. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleMy brethren, pray for us. Aramaic Bible in Plain English Pray for us, my brethren. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBrethren, pray for us. Godbey New Testament Brethren, pray for us. Haweis New Testament Brethren, pray for us. Mace New Testament My brethren, pray for us. Weymouth New Testament Brethren, pray for us. Worrell New Testament Brethren, pray for us. Worsley New Testament Brethren, pray for us. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Final Blessings…24The One who calls you is faithful, and He will do it. 25Brothers, pray for us as well. 26Greet all the brothers with a holy kiss.… Cross References James 5:16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail. Ephesians 6:18-19 Pray in the Spirit at all times, with every kind of prayer and petition. To this end, stay alert with all perseverance in your prayers for all the saints. / Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will boldly make known the mystery of the gospel, Colossians 4:3 as you pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. 2 Corinthians 1:11 as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the favor shown us in answer to their prayers. Romans 15:30 Now I urge you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me. Philippians 1:19 because I know that through your prayers and the provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, my distress will turn out for my deliverance. Hebrews 13:18 Pray for us; we are convinced that we have a clear conscience and desire to live honorably in every way. 2 Thessalonians 3:1 Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you. 1 Timothy 2:1 First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be offered for everyone— Philemon 1:22 In the meantime, prepare a guest room for me, because I hope that through your prayers I will be restored to you. Acts 12:5 So Peter was kept in prison, but the church was fervently praying to God for him. Acts 4:29-31 And now, Lord, consider their threats, and enable Your servants to speak Your word with complete boldness, / as You stretch out Your hand to heal and perform signs and wonders through the name of Your holy servant Jesus.” / After they had prayed, their meeting place was shaken, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly. 2 Corinthians 13:7 Now we pray to God that you will not do anything wrong—not that we will appear to have stood the test, but that you will do what is right, even if we appear to have failed. 2 Corinthians 9:14 And their prayers for you will express their affection for you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you. 2 Timothy 1:3 I thank God, whom I serve with a clear conscience as did my forefathers, as I constantly remember you night and day in my prayers. Treasury of Scripture Brothers, pray for us. Romans 15:30 Now I beseech you, brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me in your prayers to God for me; 2 Corinthians 1:11 Ye also helping together by prayer for us, that for the gift bestowed upon us by the means of many persons thanks may be given by many on our behalf. Ephesians 6:18-20 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; … Jump to Previous Mind PrayersJump to Next Mind Prayers1 Thessalonians 5 1. He proceeds in the description of Christ's coming to judgment;16. and gives various instructions; 23. and so concludes the epistle. Brothers The term "brothers" is a common address used by Paul in his epistles, signifying the familial bond among believers. This reflects the early Christian understanding of the church as a family, united in Christ. The use of "brothers" indicates a close relationship and mutual respect, emphasizing the equality and unity among members of the body of Christ. This familial language is consistent with other Pauline letters, such as Romans 12:1 and 1 Corinthians 1:10, where Paul appeals to the community as siblings in faith. pray for us as well Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul- The apostle who authored the letter to the Thessalonians, seeking their prayers for his ministry. 2. Thessalonian Church - The recipients of the letter, a community of believers in Thessalonica, known for their faith and love. 3. Silas and Timothy - Paul's companions in ministry, likely included in the "us" for whom prayer is requested. 4. Prayer - The act of communicating with God, emphasized as a vital practice for the early church. 5. Thessalonica - A significant city in Macedonia, where the church was established during Paul's second missionary journey. Teaching Points The Importance of Intercessory PrayerPaul’s request for prayer underscores the necessity of intercessory prayer in the life of the church. It is a means of support and empowerment for those in ministry. The Role of Community in Prayer The call to pray for one another highlights the communal nature of the Christian faith. Believers are encouraged to bear one another's burdens through prayer. Humility in Leadership Paul, a prominent leader, humbly asks for prayer, demonstrating that no one is above needing the prayers of others. Leaders should model this humility. Prayer as Partnership in Ministry By asking for prayer, Paul invites the Thessalonians to partner with him in his ministry. Prayer is a way for all believers to participate in the work of the gospel. Consistency in Prayer Life The request for prayer is a reminder of the need for consistency and perseverance in prayer, as it is vital for spiritual growth and effectiveness.(25) Pray for us.--Taken in conjunction with what follows, this probably is a petition for remembrance in the great public service.Verse 25. - Brethren, pray for us; namely, that our apostolic work may be successful; that "the Word of the Lord may have free course and be glorified" (2 Thessalonians 3:1). The apostle, in almost all his Epistles, requests from his converts an interest in their prayers (Romans 15:30; 2 Corinthians 1:11; Ephesians 6:19; Colossians 4:3; 2 Thessalonians 3:1; comp. Hebrews 13:18). Ministers and people need each other's prayers, and prayer is a duty which they owe to each other. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Brothers,Ἀδελφοί (Adelphoi) Noun - Vocative Masculine Plural Strong's 80: A brother, member of the same religious community, especially a fellow-Christian. A brother near or remote. pray προσεύχεσθε (proseuchesthe) Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4336: To pray, pray for, offer prayer. From pros and euchomai; to pray to God, i.e. Supplicate, worship. for περὶ (peri) Preposition Strong's 4012: From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time. us ἡμῶν (hēmōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. as well. καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. 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