1 Thessalonians 4:7 bbe — Because it is God's purpose that our way of life may be not unclean but holy.

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"Because it is God's purpose that our way of life may be not unclean but holy."

— 1 Thessalonians 4:7, Bible in Basic English

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1 Thessalonians 4 — Context

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So that every one of you may keep his body holy and in honour;

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Not in the passion of evil desires, like the Gentiles, who have no knowledge of God;

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And that no man may make attempts to get the better of his brother in business: for the Lord is the judge in all these things, as we said to you before and gave witness.

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Because it is God's purpose that our way of life may be not unclean but holy.

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Whoever, then, goes against this word, goes against not man but God, who gives his Holy Spirit to you.

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But about loving the brothers, there is no need for me to say anything to you in this letter: for you have the teaching of God that love for one another is right and necessary;

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And, truly, you are lovers of all the brothers in Macedonia; but it is our desire that your love may be increased still more;

1 Thessalonians 4:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Thessalonians 4:7 say?
1 Thessalonians 4:7 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Because it is God's purpose that our way of life may be not unclean but holy.”
Where is 1 Thessalonians 4:7 in the Bible?
1 Thessalonians 4:7 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Thessalonians, chapter 4, 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 4:7.
What translation should I read 1 Thessalonians 4:7 in?
1 Thessalonians 4:7 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 4:7?
1 Thessalonians 4:7 reads (BBE): “Because it is God's purpose that our way of life may be not unclean but holy.” 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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