New TestamentPauline Epistle
1 Thessalonians Chapter Summaries
1 Thessalonians encourages a young church facing persecution while clarifying questions about Christ's return.
5
Chapters
89
Total Verses
Paul the Apostle
Author
AD 50-51
Date Written
Book Outline
Personal
1:1-3:13Thanksgiving and concern
Practical
4:1-5:28Holy living and hope
All 5 Chapters
Personal
1
1 Thessalonians 1: Thanksgiving and Faith
10 versesPaul commends the Thessalonians' faith and conversion
2
1 Thessalonians 2: Paul's Ministry Defense
20 versesPaul defends his ministry and conduct among them
3
1 Thessalonians 3: Encouragement and Prayer
13 versesPaul sends Timothy and prays for their faith
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Key Themes
Second ComingFaithHolinessEncouragementWorkHope
Key Verses
“The Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout.”1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
“Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing.”1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
“Comfort yourselves together, and edify one another.”1 Thessalonians 5:11