The First Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the
Thessalonians

1 Thessalonians Chapter 1
The faith, love, and patience of the Thessalonians, are evident tokens of their election which was manifested in the power with which the gospel came to them 1-5. Its powerful and exemplary effects upon their hearts and lives 6-10.
1 Thessalonians Chapter 2
The apostle reminds the Thessalonians of his preaching and behavior 1-12. And of their receiving the gospel as the word of God 13-16. His joy on their account 17-20.
1 Thessalonians Chapter 3
The apostle sent Timothy to establish and comfort the Thessalonians 1-5. He rejoiced at the good tidings of their faith and love 6-10. And for their increase in grace 11-13.
1 Thessalonians Chapter 4
Exhortations to purity and holiness 1-8. To brotherly love, peaceable behavior, and diligence 9-12. Not to sorrow unduly for the death of godly relations and friends, considering the glorious resurrection of their bodies at Christ's second coming 13-18.
1 Thessalonians Chapter 5
The apostle exhorts to be always ready for the coming of Christ to judgment, which will be with suddenness and surprise 1-11. He directs to several particular duties 12-22.
And concludes with prayer, greetings, and a blessing 23-28.