What does 1 Thessalonians 2:5 mean?

1 Thessalonians 2:5 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply 1 Thessalonians 2:5 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:

3For our exhortation was not of deceit, nor of uncleanness, nor in guile:

4But 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.

5For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:

6Nor of men sought we glory, neither of you, nor yet of others, when we might have been burdensome, as the apostles of Christ.

7But we were gentle among you, even as a nurse cherisheth her children:

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