1 Thessalonians 4:7 nasb — For God has not called us for the purpose of impurity, but in sanctification.

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"For God has not called us for the purpose of impurity, but in sanctification."

— 1 Thessalonians 4:7, NASB

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1 Thessalonians 4 — Context

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that each of you know how to possess his own vessel in sanctification and honor,

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not in lustful passion, like the Gentiles who do not know God;

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and that no man transgress and defraud his brother in the matter because the Lord is the avenger in all these things, just as we also told you before and solemnly warned you.

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For God has not called us for the purpose of impurity, but in sanctification.

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So, he who rejects this is not rejecting man but the God who gives His Holy Spirit to you.

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Now as to the love of the brethren, you have no need for anyone to write to you, for you yourselves are taught by God to love one another;

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for indeed you do practice it toward all the brethren who are in all Macedonia. But we urge you, brethren, to excel 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 NASB reads: “For God has not called us for the purpose of impurity, but in sanctification.”
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 (NASB): “For God has not called us for the purpose of impurity, but in sanctification.” 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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