1 Thessalonians 4:9–12 Many Christians struggle to relate with non-Christians. We might ignore them or offend them, but Paul calls us to behave properly toward them (1 Thessalonians 4:9–12). Pastor Chuck Swindoll presents four specific actions from Paul’s instructions to the Thessalonians about living among non-Christians. Understand that non-Christians are watching and listening, so determine to live wisely in sensitivity and grace toward others.