1 Thessalonians 3:8 kjva — For now we live, if ye stand fast in the Lord.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"For now we live, if ye stand fast in the Lord."

— 1 Thessalonians 3:8, King James Version with Apocrypha

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1 Thessalonians 3 — Context

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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.

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But now when Timotheus came from you unto us, and brought us good tidings of your faith and charity, and that ye have good remembrance of us always, desiring greatly to see us, as we also to see you:

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Therefore, brethren, we were comforted over you in all our affliction and distress by your faith:

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For now we live, if ye stand fast in the Lord.

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For what thanks can we render to God again for you, for all the joy wherewith we joy for your sakes before our God;

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Night and day praying exceedingly that we might see your face, and might perfect that which is lacking in your faith?

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Now God himself and our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, direct our way unto you.

1 Thessalonians 3:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 3:8 say?
1 Thessalonians 3:8 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “For now we live, if ye stand fast in the Lord.”
Where is 1 Thessalonians 3:8 in the Bible?
1 Thessalonians 3:8 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 3, verse 8.
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 3:8.
What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 3:8 in?
1 Thessalonians 3:8 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 3:8?
1 Thessalonians 3:8 reads (KJVA): “For now we live, if ye stand fast in the Lord.” 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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