1Th 5:12-13 | MHM | STEP | v. 12–13 : Paul reminds them of their responsibility toward their ministers. He says, Know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you (1 Thessalonians 5:12 ). Ministers work hard to teach, guide, and correct their congregations, and they deserve respect and love. Paul adds, Esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake (1 Thessalonians 5:13 ). The Thessalonians are encouraged to value their spiritual leaders and live in peace with them and with one another.

‏ 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

v. 12–13: Paul reminds them of their responsibility toward their ministers. He says, Know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you (1 Thessalonians 5:12 ^a). Ministers work hard to teach, guide, and correct their congregations, and they deserve respect and love. Paul adds, Esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake (1 Thessalonians 5:13 ^b). The Thessalonians are encouraged to value their spiritual leaders and live in peace with them and with one another.

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