14 [a]We desire you, brethren, admonish them that are [b]out of order: comfort the feebleminded: bear with the weak: be patient toward all men.

15 (A)[c]See that none recompense evil for evil unto any man: but ever follow that which is good, both toward yourselves, and toward all men.

16 [d]Rejoice evermore.

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Thessalonians 5:14 We must have consideration of every man, and as the disease is, so must the remedy be used.
  2. 1 Thessalonians 5:14 That keep not their rank or standing.
  3. 1 Thessalonians 5:15 Charity ought not to be overcome with any injuries.
  4. 1 Thessalonians 5:16 A quiet and appeased mind, is nourisheth with continual prayers, respecting the will of God.

14 And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle(A) and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak,(B) be patient with everyone. 15 Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong,(C) but always strive to do what is good for each other(D) and for everyone else.

16 Rejoice always,(E)

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