I Thessalonians
Purpose
Encourages a young, persecuted church in holy living and clarifies the return of Christ and the resurrection of believers.
Author
Paul the apostle
Time Period
Written c. 51 AD, from Corinth
Key Themes
- Imitation
- Holy living
- Christ's return
- Resurrection
- Encouragement
Outline
Paul's joy over the church (ch. 1-3); pleas for holiness and the Lord's coming (ch. 4-5).