1 Thessalonians 5:23
But, the God of peace himself, hallow you completely, and, entire, might your spirit, and soul, and body,—[so as to be] unblameable in the Presence of our Lord Jesus Christ,—be preserved!
The Emphasised Bible by J. B. Rotherham
In The King James Version
In Context
22From every form of wickedness, abstain.
24Faithful, is he that is calling you,—who, also will perform.
Cross References
Leviticus 20:8Therefore shall ye observe my statutes, and do them,—I—Yahweh, am he that is hallowing you.
Ezekiel 37:28So shall the nations know that I, Yahweh, am hallowing Israel,- When my sanctuary is in the midst of them Unto times age-abiding.
John 17:19And, on their behalf, I, hallow myself, that, they also, may have become hallowed in truth.
Acts 26:18To open their eyes; that they turn from darkness unto light, and the authority of Satan unto God, that they may receive remission of sins, and an inheritance among them who have been made holy by the faith respecting me.
Romans 15:13Now, the God of the hope, fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that ye may surpass in the hope, in the power of Holy Spirit.
Romans 16:20Howbeit, the God of peace, will crush Satan under your feet shortly. The favour of our Lord Jesus, be with you.
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 →