1 Thessalonians 5:16
Rejoice evermore.
King James Version
World English Bible (WEB)
Rejoice always.
American Standard Version (ASV)
Rejoice always;
What this verse means
One of the Bible's shortest verses and one of its hardest commands — joy as a practice kept on purpose, not a mood waited for.
A short prayer
Lord, teach me joy that does not wait for perfect circumstances. Let me rejoice today, on purpose.
Read in context — 1 Thessalonians 5
14Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.
15See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.
16Rejoice evermore.
17Pray without ceasing.
18In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
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“I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”Philippians 3:14
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”Philippians 4:13
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