An Exegetical and Theological Exposition of the Scriptures. Explore each verse of these two letters written by Paul to the church in Thessalonica. Organized as eleven individual Bible studies that are intended for about 30 minutes of personal study, or about one hour of small-group discussion. Table of 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10. Exemplary Believers 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12. Effective Witnesses 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16. Faithfulness in the Tough Times 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13. Encouraging One Another 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12. Your Purpose in Life 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. Hope in the Midst of Grief 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11. A Call to Be Alert 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28. Guidance in Christian Growth 2 Thessalonians 1:12. You Can Trust God 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17. Hold Firm to the Truth 2 Thessalonians 3:1-8. Persevere in the Faith Bibliography