Inculcation of Mutual Peace
T. Croskery 1 Thessalonians 5:13 And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves. And be at peace among yourselves. This is connected with the previous verse, for a faithful pastorate tends to unity and peace. I. THIS PEACE DEPENDS UPON OUR DIVINE CALLING. For it is the "peace unto which we are called" (Colossians 3:15). II. IT IS ESSENTIAL TO GROWTH AND BLESSING. (Ephesians 4:3; Psalm 133:1; James 3:18.) III. IT IS ONE OF THE BLESSINGS ALWAYS TO BE PRAYED FOR. (Psalm 122:6-8.) IV. IT IS ONE OF THE BEATITUDES WITH A PROMISE. (Matthew 5:9.) V. IT IS ONE OF THE FAIREST GROWTH OF THE SPIRIT. (Galatians 5:22.) - T.C. Parallel Verses KJV: And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves. WEB: and to respect and honor them in love for their work's sake. Be at peace among yourselves.