1 Thessalonians 5:16

Bible in Basic English (1941)

Have joy at all times.

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Referenced Verses

  • Phil 4:4 : 4 Be glad in the Lord at all times: again I say, Be glad.
  • Rom 12:12 : 12 Being glad in hope, quiet in trouble, at all times given to prayer,
  • Matt 5:12 : 12 Be glad and full of joy; for great is your reward in heaven: for so were the prophets attacked who were before you.
  • 2 Cor 6:10 : 10 As full of sorrow, but ever glad; as poor, but giving wealth to others; as having nothing, but still having all things.
  • Luke 10:20 : 20 Do not be glad, however, because you have power over spirits, but because your names are recorded in heaven.

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