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1 Thessalonians 4:2 net — For you know what commands we gave you through the Lord Jesus.

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"For you know what commands we gave you through the Lord Jesus."

— 1 Thessalonians 4:2, NET Bible

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1 Thessalonians 4 — Context

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A Life Pleasing to God Finally then, brothers and sisters, we ask you and urge you in the Lord Jesus, that as you received instruction from us about how you must live and please God(as you are in fact living) that you do so more and more.

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For you know what commands we gave you through the Lord Jesus.

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For this is God’s will: that you become holy, that you keep away from sexual immorality,

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that each of you know how to possess his own body in holiness and honor,

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not in lustful passion like the Gentiles who do not know God.

1 Thessalonians 4:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 4:2 say?
1 Thessalonians 4:2 in the NET Bible reads: “For you know what commands we gave you through the Lord Jesus.”
Where is 1 Thessalonians 4:2 in the Bible?
1 Thessalonians 4:2 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 4, verse 2.
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 4:2.
What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 4:2 in?
1 Thessalonians 4:2 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 4:2?
1 Thessalonians 4:2 reads (NET): “For you know what commands we gave you through the Lord Jesus.” 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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