Studies in 1 Thessalonians

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If not, then you have a treat in store for you. This is an cross-denominational study designed to help you grow as a disciple of Christ. Weekly lesson only arrives each Saturday and includes the questions Weekly lesson, daily questions same as weekly option, except you receive a question or two each day for 3 or 4 days to keep your mind on the lesson during the week. The author of Acts describes the time of Paul's ministry among the Thessalonians Acts Just how long he stayed in Thessalonica is not clear, but Paul says in this letter that he worked long and hard to support himself 2: This suggests that he must have stayed for at least several months.

Thessalonica, the capital of the Roman province of Macedonia in northern Greece, was located on a major east-west highway. Many of its people had worshipped idols before becoming Christians 1: But now they were faithful to the Lord, and because of them the Lord's message had spread everywhere in the region 1: This letter may be the oldest of Paul's letters found in the New Testament, and may even be the earliest of all the New Testament writings.

Paul sends greetings to the followers of Christ at Thessalonica. He thanks them for becoming examples of faithfulness and love for all the followers throughout Greece. He praises them for turning away from idols and facing mistreatment because of their faith in Christ. Paul reminds them about how hard he worked when he was staying with them and giving them God's message. Although Paul's co-worker, Timothy, has given Paul good reports of their faith, Paul now hopes to visit them once again. Paul reminds the Thessalonians that God wants them to be holy, which means treating one another with respect and avoiding immoral behavior.

He then explains what will happen when Christ returns, a day Paul encourages the Thessalonians to be watching for at all times. Paul's warm greetings show how much he loved and appreciated the Thessalonian Christians. He prays that God will help them remain holy until Christ returns again.

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The author of this book encourages the Thessalonians to remain faithful in the midst of suffering. Revelation was written to a church facing intense persecution.

1 Thessalonians 1

What did the author of the letter want the church to know? That Jesus is all-powerful, worthy of worship and is in control of the world. Adult Youth Individuals Format: What makes 1 Thessalonians unique? Why was 1 Thessalonians written? Beverly Roberts Gaventa summarizes Paul's purpose this way: How is 1 Thessalonians constructed?