1 Thessalonians 5:17
Pray without ceasing.
The New Testament, American Bible Union (1865)
In The King James Version
In Context
18In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus, toward you.
Cross References
Luke 18:1AND he spoke also a parable to them, to the end that they ought always to pray, and not to faint;
Romans 12:12in hope, rejoicing; in affliction, patient; in prayer, persevering;
Colossians 4:2Persevere in prayer, being watchful therein with thanksgiving;
Matthew Henry on 1 Thessalonians 5:17-23
Various Short Exhortations. ( a. d. 51.) 16 Rejoice evermore. 17 Pray without ceasing. 18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 19 Quench not the Spirit. 20 Despise not prophesyings. 21 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. 22 Abstain from all appearance of evil. Here we have divers short exhortations, that will not burden our memories, but will be of great use to direct the motions of our hearts and lives; for the duties are of great importance, and we… Read the whole commentary →