1Th 4:1 | MHM | STEP | Exhortations to Holiness; Caution against Impurity. In this section, Paul encourages the Thessalonians to keep growing in holiness. He reminds them that living a holy life pleases God and matches the teachings they have already received. Paul also warns them strongly against sexual impurity, explaining that it is completely opposite to the Christian life. He gives several reasons why Christians must avoid such sins and live in a way that honors God. v. 1 : Paul speaks to the Thessalonians with care and love. He urges them as brothers, saying, We beseech and exhort you by the Lord Jesus (1 Thessalonians 4:1 ). Paul wants them to keep growing and becoming better in their faith and good actions. Even though they already have a good reputation, he encourages them to go even further, because no one is perfect. Christians should always try to grow and do better for God.

‏ 1 Thessalonians 4:1

Exhortations to Holiness; Caution against Impurity.

In this section, Paul encourages the Thessalonians to keep growing in holiness. He reminds them that living a holy life pleases God and matches the teachings they have already received. Paul also warns them strongly against sexual impurity, explaining that it is completely opposite to the Christian life. He gives several reasons why Christians must avoid such sins and live in a way that honors God.

v. 1: Paul speaks to the Thessalonians with care and love. He urges them as brothers, saying, We beseech and exhort you by the Lord Jesus (1 Thessalonians 4:1 ^a). Paul wants them to keep growing and becoming better in their faith and good actions. Even though they already have a good reputation, he encourages them to go even further, because no one is perfect. Christians should always try to grow and do better for God.