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1 Thessalonians 4:8 Meaning

He therefore that despiseth, despiseth not man, but God, who hath also given unto us his holy Spirit.

Context Explained

6That no man go beyond and defraud his brother in any matter: because that the Lord is the avenger of all such, as we also have forewarned you and testified.

7For God hath not called us unto uncleanness, but unto holiness.

8He therefore that despiseth, despiseth not man, but God, who hath also given unto us his holy Spirit.

9But as touching brotherly love ye need not that I write unto you: for ye yourselves are taught of God to love one another.

10And indeed ye do it toward all the brethren which are in all Macedonia: but we beseech you, brethren, that ye increase more and more;

Key Themes

holy spiritobediencerelationship

Related Cross References

  • John 14:17

    This verse explains the role of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives, similar to the mention of the Spirit in 1 Thessalonians.

  • Ephesians 4:30

    Both verses emphasize the importance of not grieving the Holy Spirit.

  • Romans 8:9

    This verse highlights the necessity of having the Spirit of God to belong to Christ.

Source: 1 Thessalonians 4:8