1Th 5:4 | MHM | STEP | v. 4 : Paul contrasts the experience of believers with that of the ungodly: But you, brethren, are not in darkness, that that day should overtake you as a thief (1 Thessalonians 5:4 ). Christians are not in spiritual darkness like those who do not know God. They have been given the light of the gospel and understand what to expect. If they remain watchful, the day of the Lord will not surprise them.

‏ 1 Thessalonians 5:4

v. 4: Paul contrasts the experience of believers with that of the ungodly: But you, brethren, are not in darkness, that that day should overtake you as a thief (1 Thessalonians 5:4 ^a). Christians are not in spiritual darkness like those who do not know God. They have been given the light of the gospel and understand what to expect. If they remain watchful, the day of the Lord will not surprise them.