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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.

1. For the rest, brothers, we ask you in the name of Jesus, the Lord, and we urge you to live in a way that pleases God, just as you have learned from us. This you do, but try to do still more.

2. For ye know what commandments we gave you by the Lord Jesus.

2. You know the instructions we gave you on behalf of the Lord Jesus:

3. For this is the will of God, [even] your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication:

3. the will of God for you is to become holy and not to have unlawful sex.

4. That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour;

4. Let each of you behave towards his wife as a holy and respectful husband,

5. Not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the Gentiles which know not God:

5. rather than being led by lust, as are pagans who do not know God.

6. That no [man] go beyond and defraud his brother in [any] matter: because that the Lord [is] the avenger of all such, as we also have forewarned you and testified.

6. In this matter, let no one offend or wrong a brother. The Lord will do justice in all these things, as we have warned and shown you.

7. For God hath not called us unto uncleanness, but unto holiness.

7. God has called us to live, not in impurity but in holiness,

8. He therefore that despiseth, despiseth not man, but God, who hath also given unto us his holy Spirit.

8. and those who do not heed this instruction disobey, not a human, but God himself who gives you his Holy Spirit.

9. But as touching brotherly love ye need not that I write unto you: for ye yourselves are taught of God to love one another.

9. Regarding mutual love, you do not need anyone to write to you, because God himself taught you how to love one another.

10. And indeed ye do it toward all the brethren which are in all Macedonia: but we beseech you, brethren, that ye increase more and more;

10. You already practice it with all the brothers and sisters of Macedonia, but I invite you to do more.

11. And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;

11. Consider how important it is to live quietly without bothering others, to mind your own business, and work with your hands, as we have charged you.

12. That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and [that] ye may have lack of nothing.

12. In obeying these rules you will win the respect of outsiders and be dependent on no one.

13. But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.

13. Brothers and sisters, we want you not to be mistaken about those who are already asleep, lest you grieve as do those who have no hope.

14. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.

14. We believe that Jesus died and rose; it will be the same for those who have died in Jesus. God will bring them together with Jesus and for his sake.

15. For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive [and] remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep.

15. By the same word of the Lord we assert this: those of us who are to be alive at the Lord's coming will not go ahead of those who are already asleep.

16. For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:

16. When the command by the archangel's voice is given, the Lord himself will come down from heaven, while the divine trumpet call is sounding. Then those who have died in the Lord will rise first;

17. Then we which are alive [and] remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.

17. as for us who are still alive, we will be brought along with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the celestial world. And we will be with the Lord forever.

18. Wherefore comfort one another with these words.

18. So, then comfort one another with these words.



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Notas de rodapé:

4:1-2 - Paul exhorts the Thessalonians to live in a manner pleasing to God, emphasizing holiness in the Christian life. The apostle emphasizes that obedience to God's word is fundamental to spiritual growth (see also 1 Peter 1:15-16 and Ephesians 4:1).

4:3-8 - Paul teaches the importance of sexual purity, stating that sanctification involves avoiding impurity and controlling one's own body. Christian morality is central to living out one's faith (see also 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 and Hebrews 13:4).

4:9-10 - The apostle commends the Thessalonians for their brotherly love, encouraging them to grow in it even more. The Christian life should be marked by kindness and solidarity among brothers (see also John 13:34-35 and 1 John 4:7-8).

4:13-18 - Paul speaks of the hope of the resurrection, comforting Christians who have lost loved ones. He teaches that the dead in Christ will rise first, and the living will be caught up to meet the Lord (see also 1 Corinthians 15:51-52 and John 14:3).

4:16-18 - The rapture described by Paul reinforces the Christian hope in Christ's return. The promise of being with the Lord forever brings comfort and courage in the face of death (see also 1 Corinthians 15:23-24 and Matthew 24:30-31).

Versículos relacionados com 1 Thessalonians, 4:

1 Thessalonians chapter 4 addresses practical and doctrinal issues. What instructions does Paul offer for living a life that pleases God? This instructive text focuses on sanctification, highlighting sexual purity and brotherly love. Paul also clears up doubts about the resurrection and return of Christ, offering hope to those who have lost loved ones. The chapter deals with themes such as Christian morality, work ethics and eschatological hope. Investigate with us five biblical passages that relate to the crucial teachings of this guiding chapter.

1 Corinthians 6:18: "Flee from sexual immorality. All other sins that anyone commits, they commit outside the body; but whoever sins sexually sins against his own body." - This verse reinforces Paul's teaching on sanctification and sexual purity in 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5.

Ephesians 4:28: "He who stole steals no more; rather work, doing something useful with your hands, so that you have something to share with those in need." - Paul gives a similar instruction in 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, emphasizing the importance of honest work.

1 Corinthians 15:51-52: "Behold, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised incorruptible, and we will be transformed." - This passage elaborates on the concept of the resurrection and return of Christ mentioned in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18.

John 14:1-3: "Do not let your heart be troubled. Believe in God; also believe in me. In my Father's house there are many rooms; If it weren't so, I would have told them. I will prepare a place for them. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and take you to myself, so that you may be where I am." - Jesus' words about his return are the basis for Paul's teaching in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18.

Romans 13:11-12: "Furthermore, you know in what time we are living, that it is time to wake up from your sleep, because now our salvation is closer than when we believed. The night is almost over; the day soon comes. Therefore, let us put aside the works of darkness and put on the armor of light." - This verse echoes the theme of watchfulness and preparation for Christ's return, which Paul addresses in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18.

FAQ:

What does Paul teach about sanctification?

He exhorts believers to turn away from sexual immorality and live holy lives to please God. (1 Thessalonians 4:3-4)

How should believers treat one another?

They must love one another more and live worthy lives, working hard and being a good witness. (1 Thessalonians 4:9-12)

What does Paul teach about the return of Christ?

The dead in Christ will rise first, and the living will be caught up to meet the Lord in the air. (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17)

Why does Paul write about the resurrection of the dead?

To comfort believers and assure them that those who have died in Christ will be with Him at His return. (1 Thessalonians 4:13-14)

How should believers react to the promise of Christ's return?

They should encourage one another with this hope and live prepared for that day. (1 Thessalonians 4:18)


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