Jump Start Book Club - Intro to 1 Thessalonians >>
This was the first letter Paul wrote and many believe that it predates the other New Testament books. Some scholars speculate that it was written as early as 49AD, but the majority of academics believe it was written around 51 A.D. Paul wrote this letter while he was in Corinth to strengthen the church of the Thessalonians in their faith and reassure them of Christ eminent return. The 2 main themes of this book are the true Gospel of Jesus Christ and the returning of the Lord. There is a reference to The Second Coming in every chapter of this book.
Thessalonica was a city in Greece and at the time there were still heavy a Roman occupation. Paul’s ministry confronted the Jews living in that area, and also challenging the Roman and Gentile communities to believe the gospel and separate themselves from a culture steeped in idolatry. The church was founded by Paul and Silas just 2 to 3 years before this letter. We know that Paul preached for about 3 weeks, because the Scripture says that he was with the Thessalonians for 3 Sabbath ‘s. (Acts 17:1-4)
The church was under severe persecution and the congregation was concerned over the members who had died. Also Paul feared that false teachers might have come in and introduced false doctrine to lead them astray. Paul sent Timothy to see the spiritual state of the church. Timothy came back with a great report; he found that the church was in good health and prospering.
1 Thessalonians - Chapter 1 >>
Opens with Prayer of Thanksgiving lays out the KEYS for the next 5 chapters.
In his prayer, Paul remembers their FAITH, LOVE, & HOPE and praises them for remaining steadfast in the truth. The message of chapter 1 is FAITH. Paul commending the Thessalonians for keeping the faith in the midst of persecution.
1 Thessalonians - Chapter 2 >>
Paul remembers his time with them while celebrating their successes. The message of chapters 2 and 3 is LOVE. Paul refers to himself as a spiritual mother and father showing them that the kingdom of God is about family and is relational. He is also modeling the servant leader ship of Jesus Christ.
1 Thessalonians - Chapter 3 >>
Paul remembers his time with them while celebrating their successes. The message of chapters 2 and 3 is LOVE. Paul refers to himself as a spiritual mother and father showing them that the kingdom of God is about family and is relational. He is also modeling the servant leader ship of Jesus Christ.
1 Thessalonians - Chapter 4 >>
The message of chapters 4 and 5 are about HOPE. Paul encourages/ exhorts them to keep the faith and look towards the Blessed hope of Christ return. He exhorts them to stay strong in the faith, even in the midst of persecution, reminding them of The Second Coming and Heavenly rewards.
1 Thessalonians - Chapter 5 >>
The message of chapters 4 and 5 are about HOPE. Paul encourages/ exhorts them to keep the faith and look towards the Blessed hope of Christ return. He exhorts them to stay strong in the faith, even in the midst of persecution, reminding them of The Second Coming and Heavenly rewards. Paul ends his letter in the same way he began this epistle; with a message of faith, love, and hope.
1 Thessalonians - Review, Review & Reflection >>
Praying to grow in grace & favor in the knowledge of God with all wisdom and spiritual understanding.
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I love this audio Bible and would encourage you to purchase the “NKJV Word of Promise.”I have it on my phone so, I can listen to it in the go.
Scripture text was taken from www.biblegateway.com from the New King James Version copyright 1982 by Thomas Nelson.
Audio Narration & Sound Effects taken from: “NKJV Word of Promise.” Publisher: DANTECK GROUP INC (2010)
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