1 Thessalonians 1:7 bbe — So that you became an example to all those who have faith in Christ in Macedonia and Achaia.

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"So that you became an example to all those who have faith in Christ in Macedonia and Achaia."

— 1 Thessalonians 1:7, Bible in Basic English

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1 Thessalonians 1 — Context

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Being conscious, my brothers, dear to God, that you have been marked out by God's purpose;

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Because our good news came to you, not in word only, but in power, and in the Holy Spirit, so that you were completely certain of it; even as you saw what our behaviour to you was like from our love to you.

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And you took us and the Lord as your example, after the word had come to you in much trouble, with joy in the Holy Spirit;

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So that you became an example to all those who have faith in Christ in Macedonia and Achaia.

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For not only was the word of the Lord sounding out from you in Macedonia and Achaia, but in every place your faith in God is made clear; so that we have no need to say anything.

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For they themselves give the news of how we came among you; and how you were turned from images to God, to the worship of a true and living God,

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Waiting for his Son from heaven, who came back from the dead, even Jesus, our Saviour from the wrath to come.

1 Thessalonians 1:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 1:7 say?
1 Thessalonians 1:7 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “So that you became an example to all those who have faith in Christ in Macedonia and Achaia.”
Where is 1 Thessalonians 1:7 in the Bible?
1 Thessalonians 1:7 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 1, verse 7.
Who wrote 1 Thessalonians?
1 Thessalonians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 50–51.
What is the book of 1 Thessalonians about?
One of Paul's earliest letters — encouragement to a baby church doing well under persecution. He commends their faith, instructs them on sexual purity and brotherly love, and answers their questions about believers who have died before Christ's return.
What are the major themes of 1 Thessalonians?
1 Thessalonians explores themes including Hope of Christ's Return, Sanctification, Brotherly Love, Encouragement. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Thessalonians 1:7.
What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 1:7 in?
1 Thessalonians 1:7 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Thessalonians 1:7?
1 Thessalonians 1:7 reads (BBE): “So that you became an example to all those who have faith in Christ in Macedonia and Achaia.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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