1 Thessalonians 4:10 asv — for indeed ye do it toward all the brethren that are in all Macedonia. But we exhort you, brethren, that ye abound more…

American Standard Version

"for indeed ye do it toward all the brethren that are in all Macedonia. But we exhort you, brethren, that ye abound more and more; "

— 1 Thessalonians 4:10, American Standard Version

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1 Thessalonians 4 — Context

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For God called us not for uncleanness, but in sanctification.

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Therefore he that rejecteth, rejecteth not man, but God, who giveth his Holy Spirit unto you.

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But concerning love of the brethren ye have no need that one write unto you: for ye yourselves are taught of God to love one another;

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for indeed ye do it toward all the brethren that are in all Macedonia. But we exhort you, brethren, that ye abound more and more;

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and that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your hands, even as we charged you;

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that ye may walk becomingly toward them that are without, and may have need of nothing.

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But we would not have you ignorant, brethren, concerning them that fall asleep; that ye sorrow not, even as the rest, who have no hope.

1 Thessalonians 4:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 4:10 say?
1 Thessalonians 4:10 in the American Standard Version reads: “for indeed ye do it toward all the brethren that are in all Macedonia. But we exhort you, brethren, that ye abound more and more; ”
Where is 1 Thessalonians 4:10 in the Bible?
1 Thessalonians 4:10 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 4, verse 10.
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 4:10.
What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 4:10 in?
1 Thessalonians 4:10 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 4:10?
1 Thessalonians 4:10 reads (ASV): “for indeed ye do it toward all the brethren that are in all Macedonia. But we exhort you, brethren, that ye abound more and more; ” 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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