Bible guide
1 Thessalonians
Encouraging a church that keeps its faith even under persecution, this book urges a holy life in the hope of Jesus' return.
- Written by
- Paul the Apostle
- Written
- c. AD 51
- Chapters
- 5
Historical background
It is the earliest of Paul's letters, written from Corinth during his second missionary journey. Because Paul had to leave after ministering only a short time in Thessalonica, he worried about the young church and sent Timothy, and upon hearing good news he wrote this letter. Its center is the teaching about Christ's return.
What to watch for
Feel a pastoral love in Paul's tender heart toward the Thessalonian believers (chapter 2).
Find comfort and hope in the teaching about the return of Christ concerning believers who have already died (4:13-18).
Apply to daily life, 'Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances' (5:16-18).
Where this book falls in the reading plan
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