1 Thessalonians 4:7

For God has not called us to impurity, but to holiness.

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

For God called us not for uncleanness, but in sanctification.

World English Bible (WEB)

For{G1063} God{G2316} hath{G2564} not{G3756} called{G2564}{(G5656)} us{G2248} unto{G1909} uncleanness{G167}, but{G235} unto{G1722} holiness{G38}.

Strong's King James

(7) For יהוה YAHWEH hasn't called us upon impurity but rather in set-apart holiness.

The F.O.G

[7] For God hasn't called us to live in moral impurity, following our base instincts. Instead, He's invited us into a life of radiant holiness, reflecting His own character.

The F.O.G Paraphrase

for God did not call us on uncleanness, but in sanctification;

Young's Literal Translation

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1 Thessalonians 4:7

The F.O.G Commentary:

Jean Paul Joseph

1 Thessalonians 4:7