1 Thessalonians 4:13; 1 Thessalonians 4:15

1 Thessalonians 4:13

13 Now, brothers, we want you to know the truth about those who have died; otherwise, you might become sad the way other people

1 Thessalonians 4:15

15 When we say this, we base it on the Lord's own word: we who remain alive when the Lord comes will certainly not take precedence over those who have died.