Bible verses for children
Examine carefully and keep what is good.
1 Thessalonians 5:21
Test all things, and hold firmly that which is good.
1 Thessalonians 5:21 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
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What does this verse mean?
Testing means considering whether a claim is trustworthy. Openness and discernment can work together. We should not accept every religious statement automatically or reject everything without listening.
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Bible context & readings +
First Thessalonians 5:19–22 discusses the Spirit and prophecy before calling for testing and holding to good. The setting is discernment of spiritual claims, not suspicion towards every person or fear of learning.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us examine wisely and hold to goodness. Amen.
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