“For our exhortation was not of deceit, nor of uncleanness, nor in guile:” Context To better understand a verse, it’s important to consider its context. The Apostle Paul wrote the…

“But as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the gospel, even so we speak; not as pleasing men, but God, which trieth our hearts.” This…

“For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:” Context The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to the Thessalonian…

“Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor yet of others, when we might have been burdensome, as the apostles of Christ.” Paul’s ministry in Thessalonica Paul, Silas,…

“But we were gentle among you, even as a nurse cherisheth her children:” Context Before delving into the specific verse, it’s important to understand the context of the letter. The…

“So being affectionately desirous of you, we were willing to have imparted unto you, not the gospel of God only, but also our own souls, because ye were dear unto…

“For ye remember, brethren, our labour and travail: for labouring night and day, because we would not be chargeable unto any of you, we preached unto you the gospel of…

“But even after that we had suffered before, and were shamefully entreated, as ye know, at Philippi, we were bold in our God to speak unto you the gospel of…

“For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Are not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming?” Context The apostle Paul…

“For ye are our glory and joy.” Context Before diving into the specific verse, it’s essential to understand the context in which it is written. The book of 1 Thessalonians…