1 Thessalonians 2:5
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Thessalonians 2:5 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Thessalonians 2:5 is a verse from the book of 1 Thessalonians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Thessalonians 2:5 — KJV
“For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:”
— 1 Thessalonians 2:5 (KJV)
1 Thessalonians 2:5 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 2:5
“Fear ye not, neither be afraid: have not I told thee from that time, and have declared it? ye are even my witnesses. Is there a God beside me? yea, there is no God; I know not any. God; I: Heb. rock, etc”
Shares key themes with 1 Thessalonians 2:5: neither, any, time
“And the Father himself, which hath sent me, hath borne witness of me. Ye have neither heard his voice at any time, nor seen his shape.”
Shares key themes with 1 Thessalonians 2:5: neither, any, time
“And he said, Lay not thine hand upon the lad, neither do thou any thing unto him: for now I know that thou fearest God, seeing thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me.”
Shares key themes with 1 Thessalonians 2:5: neither, any, know
“And Moses gave commandment, and they caused it to be proclaimed throughout the camp, saying, Let neither man nor woman make any more work for the offering of the sanctuary. So the people were restrained from bringing.”
Shares key themes with 1 Thessalonians 2:5: neither, any, used
“Ye shall not eat any thing with the blood: neither shall ye use enchantment, nor observe times.”
Shares key themes with 1 Thessalonians 2:5: neither, any, time
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