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Bible verse
1 Thessalonians 5:11
“Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.”
What it means
We were never meant to walk the road of faith alone or discouraged. God calls us to build one another up, speaking words that strengthen rather than tear down. A timely encouragement can steady a wavering heart and remind a weary believer that hope is real. This is how Christ's love flows through His family. Because Jesus has secured our future, we can lift each other with confidence, not empty flattery. Look for someone who needs a word of grace today, and let your voice carry His comfort to them.
1 Thessalonians 5:11 at a glance
| Reference | 1 Thessalonians 5:11 |
|---|---|
| Book | 1 Thessalonians |
| Chapter to read it in | 1 Thessalonians 5 |
| Topic | encouragement |
| Passages linked to it | 10 |
| Translation on this page | King James Version (public domain) |
Read it in context
Scripture explains Scripture. These passages are linked to this one most often by readers.
- Ephesians 4:29
- Romans 15:2
- Hebrews 10:25
- Hebrews 3:13
- 1 Thessalonians 4:18
- Romans 14:19
- 1 Corinthians 14:12
- Ephesians 4:12
- Ephesians 4:16
- Jude 1:20
Cross-reference data from OpenBible.info, used under CC BY.
Questions people ask
Where do I find 1 Thessalonians 5:11?
It is in 1 Thessalonians, in 1 Thessalonians 5. Reading the whole chapter shows who is speaking, to whom, and why.
What other passages go with 1 Thessalonians 5:11?
Readers most often set it beside Ephesians 4:29, Romans 15:2, Hebrews 10:25, Hebrews 3:13. Each is listed under Read it in context.
How can I pray 1 Thessalonians 5:11?
Read it slowly once, then say it back to God in your own words, one phrase at a time. Stop on the phrase that stays with you and stay there. You can also ask the family of God on The Living Bread to pray it with you.
Pray this
Jesus, our Shepherd, nothing about 1 Thessalonians 5:11 is hidden from you. We bring you 1 Thessalonians 5:11, encouragement. Teach us to love one another, as you have loved us. In the name of Jesus, amen.
Live this
Where to begin this week.
- Read all of 1 Thessalonians 5 today, not only the one verse.
- Write 1 Thessalonians 5:11 where you will see it, and read it aloud at the start and end of the day.
- Tell one person what this verse means to you, and ask what verse has carried them.
Where this fits in the walk with Christ
Nothing here is a finish line. It is one door into a life with Christ and with His people.
Read it, pray it, live it
On The Living Bread you can read the whole chapter, save this verse, ask Simon to explain it, pray it over your life, and share it with someone who needs it today.
