1 Thessalonians 2:4
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Thessalonians 2:4 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Thessalonians 2:4 is a verse from the book of 1 Thessalonians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "But as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the gospel, even so we speak; not as pleasing men, but God, which ..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Thessalonians 2:4 — KJV
“But as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the gospel, even so we speak; not as pleasing men, but God, which trieth our hearts.”
— 1 Thessalonians 2:4 (KJV)
1 Thessalonians 2:4 in Context — About the Book of 1 Thessalonians
1 Thessalonians is among Paul's earliest letters, written to brand-new believers facing persecution — full of encouragement, hope in Christ's return, and comfort for those grieving the dead in Christ. Its closing commands form the shortest discipleship plan ever: rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in everything.
Cross-References for 1 Thessalonians 2:4
“How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings. excellent: Heb. precious”
Shares key themes with 1 Thessalonians 2:4: god, put, trust
“And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD.”
Shares key themes with 1 Thessalonians 2:4: god, put, trust
“And when there had been much disputing, Peter rose up, and said unto them, Men and brethren, ye know how that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe.”
Shares key themes with 1 Thessalonians 2:4: god, put, gospel
“But even after that we had suffered before, and were shamefully entreated, as ye know, at Philippi, we were bold in our God to speak unto you the gospel of God with much contention.”
Shares key themes with 1 Thessalonians 2:4: god, gospel, even
“And God called the firmament Heaven. And the evening and the morning were the second day. And the evening...: Heb. And the evening was, and the morning was etc.”
Shares key themes with 1 Thessalonians 2:4: god, even, men
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