Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus toward you.

The Lord will come again like a thief at night––when not expected. Stay awake and sober to be ready for his coming.

Paul tells the Thessalonian Christians some of what to expect when the Lord comes again.

Paul gives thanks for the Thessalonian Christians for the joy he feels at their excellent reception of the Gospel. He prays that God will continue to help them abound in love and holiness.

Paul and his companions worked day and night to bring faith to the Thessalonians. They give thanks for the response of the Thessalonians, who received the Gospel readily.

Paul outlines his ministry and that of Silvanus (Silas) and Timothy to the Thessalonian church, which is also outlined in Acts 17:1-9.

The Thessalonian Christians have become witnesses to believers elsewhere. The Thessalonians' turning away from idols to serve Christ has set a wonderful example.

Paul expresses his greetings and his thanksgiving for the Thessalonian Christians, who received the Gospel with full conviction.

Paul expresses his greetings and his thanksgiving for the Thessalonian Christians, who received the Gospel with full conviction.