King James Version
What Does 1 Thessalonians 5:24 Mean?
“Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.”
Context
22
Abstain from all appearance of evil.
23
And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
24
Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.
25
Brethren, pray for us.
26
Greet all the brethren with an holy kiss.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(24) **Faithful is he.**—A reason for hoping confidently that they *will* be blamelessly preserved. God would forfeit His character for keeping His promise, if He “called,” and did not enable men to obey the call. Of course He can only “do it” in case *they* continue willing to have it done. On the present tense, see Note on 1Thessalonians 2:12.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
1 Thessalonians 5:24 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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