1 Thessalonians 4:1

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Now then, brothers and sisters, because of the Lord Jesus we ask and encourage you to excel in living a God-pleasing life even more than you already do. Do this the way we taught you.

Cross References

2 Chronicles 17:4

Instead, he dedicated his life to his ancestor’s God and lived by God’s commands. Jehoshaphat did not do what Israel was doing.

Job 17:9

Yet, the righteous person clings to his way, and the one with clean hands grows stronger.

Psalm 92:14

Even when they are old, they still bear fruit. They are always healthy and fresh.

Proverbs 4:18

But the path of righteous people is like the light of dawn that becomes brighter and brighter until it reaches midday.

John 15:2

He removes every one of my branches that doesn’t produce fruit. He also prunes every branch that does produce fruit to make it produce more fruit.

Acts 20:27

I didn’t avoid telling you the whole plan of God.

Romans 8:8

Those who are under the control of the corrupt nature can’t please God.

1 Corinthians 11:23

After all, I passed on to you what I had received from the Lord. On the night he was betrayed, the Lord Jesus took bread

1 Corinthians 15:1

Brothers and sisters, I’m making known to you the Good News which I already told you, which you received, and on which your faith is based.

1 Corinthians 15:58

So, then, brothers and sisters, don’t let anyone move you off the foundation ⌞of your faith⌟. Always excel in the work you do for the Lord. You know that the hard work you do for the Lord is not pointless.

2 Corinthians 10:1

I, Paul, make my appeal to you with the gentleness and kindness of Christ. I’m the one who is humble when I’m with you but forceful toward you when I’m not with you.

2 Corinthians 13:11

With that, brothers and sisters, I must say goodbye. Make sure that you improve. Accept my encouragement. Share the same attitude and live in peace. The God of love and peace will be with you.

2 Corinthians 5:9

Whether we live in the body or move out of it, our goal is to be pleasing to him.

2 Corinthians 6:1

Since we are God’s coworkers, we urge you not to let God’s kindness  be wasted on you.

Galatians 6:1

Brothers and sisters, if a person gets trapped by wrongdoing, those of you who are spiritual should help that person turn away from doing wrong. Do it in a gentle way. At the same time watch yourself so that you also are not tempted.

Ephesians 4:1

I, a prisoner in the Lord, encourage you to live the kind of life which proves that God has called you.

Ephesians 4:20

But that is not what you learned from Christ’s teachings.

Ephesians 5:17

So don’t be foolish, but understand what the Lord wants.

Philippians 1:27

Live as citizens who reflect the Good News about Christ. Then, whether I come to see you or whether I stay away, I’ll hear all about you. I’ll hear that you are firmly united in spirit, united in fighting for the faith that the Good News brings.

Philippians 1:9

I pray that your love will keep on growing because of your knowledge and insight.

Philippians 3:14

I run straight toward the goal to win the prize that God’s heavenly call offers in Christ Jesus.

Colossians 1:10

We ask this so that you will live the kind of lives that prove you belong to the Lord. Then you will want to please him in every way as you grow in producing every kind of good work by this knowledge about God.

Colossians 2:6

You received Christ Jesus the Lord, so continue to live as Christ’s people.

1 Thessalonians 3:12

We also pray that the Lord will greatly increase your love for each other and for everyone else, just as we love you.

1 Thessalonians 4:2

You know what orders we gave you through the Lord Jesus.

1 Thessalonians 5:12

Brothers and sisters, we ask you to show your appreciation for those leaders who work among you and instruct you.

2 Thessalonians 1:3

We always have to thank God for you, brothers and sisters. It’s right to do this because your faith is showing remarkable growth and your love for each other is increasing.

2 Thessalonians 2:1

Brothers and sisters, we have this request to make of you about our Lord Jesus Christ’s coming and our gathering to meet him.

2 Thessalonians 3:1

Finally, brothers and sisters, pray that we spread the Lord’s word rapidly and that it will be honored the way it was among you.

2 Thessalonians 3:13

Brothers and sisters, we can’t allow ourselves to get tired of doing what is right.

1 Timothy 5:21

I solemnly call on you in the sight of God, Christ Jesus, and the chosen angels to be impartial when you follow what I’ve told you. Never play favorites.

2 Timothy 4:1

I solemnly call on you in the presence of God and Christ Jesus, who is going to judge those who are living and those who are dead. I do this because Christ Jesus will come to rule ⌞the world⌟.

Hebrews 11:6

No one can please God without faith. Whoever goes to God must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who seek him.

Hebrews 13:16

Don’t forget to do good things for others and to share what you have with them. These are the kinds of sacrifices that please God.

Hebrews 13:22

I urge you, brothers and sisters, to listen patiently to my encouraging words. I have written you a short letter.

2 Peter 3:18

But grow in the good will  and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Glory belongs to him now and for that eternal day! Amen.

1 John 3:22

and receive from him anything we ask. We receive it because we obey his commandments and do what pleases him.