1 Thessalonians 1:5

For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Ghost, and in much assurance; as ye know what manner of men we were among you for your sake.

Cross-reference

In 1 Thessalonians 1:9, the reported conversion of the Thessalonians demonstrates the powerful effect of the gospel described in v5.

In 1 Thessalonians 2:13, the message was accepted as God's word at work — reinforcing its divine origin and effect.

1 Thessalonians 2:1-11 expands on 'how we lived among you' — detailing Paul's bold, gentle, and self-supporting conduct that matched his powerful preaching.

In 1 Thessalonians 2:10, the apostles' holy conduct among believers confirms the lived witness mentioned in v5.

In 1 Thessalonians 2:2, the apostles' boldness in preaching despite opposition mirrors the power and conviction of v5.

In 1 Corinthians 4:20, Paul contrasts talk and power for the kingdom — directly mirroring the gospel's nature here.

John 16:7–15 Related theme

John 16:7-15 describes the Holy Spirit convicting the world — the same Spirit who brought deep conviction to the Thessalonians when the gospel came with power.

1 Corinthians 9:19-23 explains Paul's flexibility for the sake of the gospel — the motivation behind living among them as he did.

Galatians 3:2-5 connects receiving the Spirit and miracles with hearing the gospel in faith — the same Spirit-empowered reception Paul recalls in Thessalonica.

In Ephesians 3:20, the same divine power that brought the gospel to Thessalonica is now at work within believers, doing immeasurably more than we ask.

Philippians 2:13 reveals that God works in believers to will and act — the same God whose power and Spirit accompanied the gospel to the Thessalonians.

Philippians 4:9 urges putting into practice what Paul taught and modeled — the same lived example referenced in 1 Thessalonians 1:5.

2 Thessalonians 3:7-9 emphasizes Paul's self-supporting example — directly echoing the way he lived among the Thessalonians.

Titus 3:5 Parallel

Titus 3:5 describes the Holy Spirit's work in regeneration — the same Spirit who powerfully confirmed the gospel and brought deep conviction to the Thessalonians.

Hebrews 2:4 Parallel

Hebrews 2:4 describes signs, wonders, and gifts of the Holy Spirit confirming the gospel—the same divine power that accompanied the message here.

1 Peter 1:12 says the gospel was preached by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven, directly paralleling the Spirit-empowered proclamation here.

1 Peter 5:3 Parallel

1 Peter 5:3 calls elders to be examples to the flock, not domineering — mirroring Paul's servant leadership described here.

In 1 Corinthians 2:5, the purpose of that Spirit-powered preaching was that your faith would rest on God's power — the same foundation as your faith.

Acts 2:33 Historical context

Acts 2:33 shows the risen Christ pouring out the Holy Spirit at Pentecost — the same Spirit that empowered the gospel proclamation to the Thessalonians with signs and conviction.

Acts 10:44-46 shows the Holy Spirit falling on Gentiles as they hear the gospel, confirming the message with visible power — the same Spirit-empowered arrival Paul describes.

Acts 11:15-18 recounts Peter's report of the Spirit's outpouring on Cornelius's household, demonstrating that God grants repentance to Gentiles — the same Spirit-witness to the gospel.

Acts 16:14 Parallel

In Acts 16:14, the Lord opens Lydia's heart to respond to Paul's message — a concrete example of the gospel coming with the Spirit's power and conviction.

Romans 1:16 Parallel

In Romans 1:16, Paul declares the gospel is God's power for salvation — directly echoing the 'power' that accompanied your reception of the gospel.

In Romans 15:18, Paul says Christ accomplished his work by word and deed, by the power of the Spirit — the same Spirit-powered ministry seen in your conversion.

In Romans 15:19, this Spirit-powered ministry extended from Jerusalem to Illyricum, showing the same divine power at work in widespread gospel proclamation.

1 Corinthians 2:2-5 explicitly parallels 'not with words but with power' — both stress the Spirit's demonstration over human eloquence.

In 1 Corinthians 2:4, Paul's preaching came with demonstration of the Spirit's power, not human eloquence — mirroring the power and conviction you experienced.

In Eph 1:19, God's incomparably great power for believers is described — the same power that energized the gospel proclamation.

Acts 4:33 Parallel

In Acts 4:33, the apostles testify with great power — directly parallel to the power with which the gospel came.

In 1 Cor 1:18, the message of the cross is called the power of God — exactly the power that accompanied the gospel.

In Col 1:6, the gospel is bearing fruit and growing — parallel to the effect of the gospel coming with power and producing conviction.

In 2 Cor 4:7, God's power is displayed in weak vessels — parallel to the divine power in the gospel, not human eloquence.

In 2 Thessalonians 3:1, Paul uses the Thessalonians' reception of the gospel (v5) as a model for its spread elsewhere.

In 2 Thessalonians 2:14, the gospel is the means of calling believers to glory — the same gospel that came with power.

Isaiah 55:11 promises God's word never returns empty — the same effectiveness of the gospel preached with power here.

1 Corinthians 12:7-11 lists the Spirit's gifts given for the common good — the same Spirit whose power was manifested in the Thessalonians' reception of the gospel.

Galatians 1:8-9 warns against a different gospel — underscoring the same authentic gospel preached here with power.

2 Corinthians 3:6 Related theme

In 2 Corinthians 3:6, the Spirit versus letter parallels the gospel coming with Spirit, not mere words.

Acts 20:18 Parallel

Acts 20:18 echoes 'you know how I lived' — Paul's testimony to Ephesian elders parallels the lifestyle claim here, emphasizing consistent conduct.

Acts 20:33-35 shows Paul working and not coveting — concrete examples of 'how we lived among you' for your sake, without being a burden.

In 1 Corinthians 1:24, Paul identifies Christ as the power of God — revealing the source of the power that came with the gospel to you.

In Ephesians 1:17-20, Paul prays for the same Spirit of wisdom and power that raised Christ — the power that accompanied the gospel to the Thessalonians.

In 2 Thessalonians 1:10, the future glorification of Christ among believers is the ultimate outcome of the gospel received in v5.

2 Corinthians 4:3 explains the gospel is veiled to the perishing — contrasts with the full conviction and power described here.

1 Timothy 4:12-16 instructs Timothy to set an example in life and teaching — extending the principle of living out the gospel.

2 Timothy 2:10 shows Paul enduring everything for the elect — the same deep commitment and conviction behind his gospel work.

In 2 Timothy 3:10, Paul’s known way of life echoes the lived witness referenced in v5.

Ephesians 2:10 Related theme

Ephesians 2:10 shows that those saved by grace are created for good works — the fruit of the gospel that came with power and produced transformed lives in Thessalonica.

Hebrews 4:2 Contrast

In Hebrews 4:2, the gospel failed to benefit some hearers, contrasting with the powerful reception in v5.

James 1:16–18 Related theme

James 1:16-18 describes the word of truth giving new birth — the same gospel message that came to the Thessalonians with power and deep conviction.

James 1:21 Parallel

In James 1:21, humbly receiving the implanted word parallels the deep conviction with which the Thessalonians received the gospel in v5.

1 Peter 1:3 Related theme

In 1 Peter 1:3, new birth comes through Christ's resurrection — the same power that made the gospel effective among the Thessalonians with the Holy Spirit.

2 Corinthians 10:4 Related theme

In 2 Corinthians 10:4, Paul describes weapons of spiritual warfare that have divine power — showing the same divine power operates in both gospel preaching and spiritual battle.

1 Corinthians 3:16 Related theme

1 Corinthians 3:16 declares believers are God's temple indwelt by the Spirit — the same Holy Spirit who accompanied the Thessalonians' conversion with power.