The Book of1 Thessalonians
New Testament · Book 52 of 66 · 5 chapters · 89 verses
1 Thessalonians is among Paul's earliest letters, written to brand-new believers facing persecution — full of encouragement, hope in Christ's return, and comfort for those grieving the dead in Christ. Its closing commands form the shortest discipleship plan ever: rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in everything.
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Its most loved verses
- Rejoice evermore.1 Thessalonians 5:16Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances.
- Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.1 Thessalonians 4:17We will be with the Lord forever — comfort one another.
- Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.1 Thessalonians 5:24The one who calls you is faithful — He will do it.
5 chapters
- 1Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the…10 verses
- 2For yourselves, brethren, know our entrance in unto you, that…20 verses
- 3Wherefore when we could no longer forbear, we thought it good…13 verses
- 4Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort you by…18 verses
- 5But of the times and the seasons, brethren, ye have no need…28 verses
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Book overviews written by Collins Asein and checked against Scripture by the PrayerKey editorial team. Bible text: King James Version.