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 in 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]. Berean Annotated Bible Therefore encourage one another with these words. 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Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleTherefore 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 in 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 (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) 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 Therefore 1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. Romans 8:18 I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us. 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 For our light and momentary affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory that is far beyond comparison. / So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. encourage 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing. Hebrews 3:13 But exhort one another daily, as long as it is called today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness. 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. one another Romans 12:10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another. Ephesians 4:32 Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you. Colossians 3:13 Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. with these words. 1 Corinthians 15:20-22 But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. / For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. / For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. John 11:25-26 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me will live, even though he dies. / And everyone who lives and believes in Me will never die. Do you believe this?” 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. 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. … 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. 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 Paul draws the practical conclusion from the promise that Christ will return and raise His people. Death does not sever believers from the future gathering of the church with the Lord. 1Co 15:58 Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable.… encourage The certainty of Christ’s victory over death was meant to strengthen those grieving fellow Christians. Their sorrow was real, but it was not without hope. 1Th 5:11 Therefore encourage and build one another up… one another The Thessalonian believers were to sustain each other through shared confidence in God’s promise. The hope of resurrection belonged to the whole church, including those already dead and those living at Christ’s return. Rom 12:10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love.… with these words. These words—the teaching of Christ’s descent, the resurrection of the dead in Christ, and the gathering of all believers to be with the Lord—provide lasting assurance. The future is not uncertain for those who belong to Christ: they will be raised and remain with Him forever. 1Co 15:20-22 But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead… 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. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Thessalonians 4:18?2. How can we "encourage one another" as instructed in 1 Thessalonians 4:18 today? 3. What does 1 Thessalonians 4:18 teach about the importance of Christian community? 4. How does 1 Thessalonians 4:18 connect with Hebrews 10:25 on mutual encouragement? 5. Why is it vital to remind each other of Christ's return regularly? 6. How can you personally apply the message of 1 Thessalonians 4:18 this week? 7. What does "encourage one another" mean in 1 Thessalonians 4:18? 8. How does 1 Thessalonians 4:18 provide comfort in times of grief? 9. Why is the message of hope important in 1 Thessalonians 4:18? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Thessalonians 4? (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. 1 Thessalonians 4:18 NIV |
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