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1 Thessalonians 4:12

King James Version (KJV)

“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody

Verse 12 of 18

Scripture focus

That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and [that] ye may have lack of nothing.

1 Thessalonians 4:12 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 1 Thessalonians 4:12

Theological / Devotional

Walk. Gr. peripateo (see on ch. 2:12).

Honestly. Gr. euschemonds, “becomingly,” “in a seemly manner.” The admonition refers, not to business relations, but rather to living a consistent Christian life, minding one’s own affairs, and diligently working for one’s living so as to be self-supporting.

Them that are without. That is, outside the church, non-Christians (see on 1 Cor. 5:12). Living consistently the Christian life will commend itself to the unbelieving world.

Lack of nothing. Or, “need of no man.” Whichever translation is taken, the meaning is clear. The Christian should aim to be independent, not dependent on others for his support.

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