SCRIPTURE

1 Thessalonians 5:12–28

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  1. 5:12

    But we ask you, brothers, to acknowledge those who work diligently among you, who preside over you in the Lord and give you instruction.

  2. 5:13

    In love, hold them in highest regard because of their work. Live in peace with one another.

  3. 5:14

    And we urge you, brothers, to admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, and be patient with everyone.

  4. 5:15

    Make sure that no one repays evil for evil. Always pursue what is good for one another and for all people.

  5. 5:16

    Rejoice at all times.

  6. 5:17

    Pray without ceasing.

  7. 5:18

    Give thanks in every circumstance, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

  8. 5:19

    Do not extinguish the Spirit.

  9. 5:20

    Do not treat prophecies with contempt,

  10. 5:21

    but test all things. Hold fast to what is good.

  11. 5:22

    Abstain from every form of evil.

  12. 5:23

    Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely, and may your entire spirit, soul, and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

  13. 5:24

    The One who calls you is faithful, and He will do it.

  14. 5:25

    Brothers, pray for us as well.

  15. 5:26

    Greet all the brothers with a holy kiss.

  16. 5:27

    I charge you before the Lord to have this letter read to all the brothers.

  17. 5:28

    The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

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