1 Thessalonians 4:3-5

“For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication: That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour; Not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the Gentiles which know not God:”

"For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication: That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour; Not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the Gentiles which know not God:" - 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5
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What does 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 mean?

1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 (KJV) states: "For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication: That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour; Not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the Gentiles…

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Called to Purity: Embracing the Path of Sanctification

In the bustling life of a Christian, the call to sanctification can often feel like an echo of a time-worn sermon, overlooked in the flurry of modern existence. However, in 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, the Apostle Paul lays down a profound truth that serves not only as a foundation of…

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A Prayer for Sanctification and Purity

Heavenly Father, With humble hearts, we gather in Your presence today, coming to You as children seeking wisdom, strength, and guidance. We approach Your throne of grace, meditating on the profound words of 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, which declare, "For this is the will of God, even…

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1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 - "For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you abstain from sexual immorality; that each one of you know how to control his own body in holiness and honor, not in the passion of lust like the Gentiles who do not know God."
1 Thessalonians 4:3 - "For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication:"
1 Thessalonians 4:5 - "Not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the Gentiles which know not God:"
1 Thessalonians 5:4 - "But ye, brethren, are not in darkness, that that day should overtake you as a thief."
"For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication:" - 1 Thessalonians 4:3
1 Thessalonians 4:3-4 - "For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you abstain from sexual immorality; that each one of you know how to control his own body in holiness and honor."
1 Thessalonians 5:3 - "For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape."
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"Not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the Gentiles which know not God:" - 1 Thessalonians 4:5
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1 Thessalonians 3:4 - "For verily, when we were with you, we told you before that we should suffer tribulation; even as it came to pass, and ye know."
"But ye, brethren, are not in darkness, that that day should overtake you as a thief." - 1 Thessalonians 5:4
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1 Thessalonians 5:19 - "Quench not the Spirit."
1 Thessalonians 5:16 - "Rejoice evermore."
1 Thessalonians 5:20 - "Despise not prophesyings."
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1 Thessalonians 5:17 - "Pray without ceasing."
1 Thessalonians 5:25 - "Brethren, pray for us."
1 Thessalonians 3:5 - "For this cause, when I could no longer forbear, I sent to know your faith, lest by some means the tempter have tempted you, and our labour be in vain."
2 Thessalonians 3:5 - "And the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God, and into the patient waiting for Christ."
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