Coming of Christ is a COMFORTING HOPE, Chapter 4:13-18 (What death means to a Christian; what the Rapture means to the church.) 1 Thessalonians 5 - NIV: Now, brothers and sisters, about times and dates we do not need to write to you, for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. Visit our library of inductive Bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the Bible you can use in your small group. BACKGROUND: The church at Thessalonica was founded by Paul on his second missionary journey (Acts 17:1-9). 16 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Paul and the Thessalonians were clearly expecting to see the return of Christ in their lifetime. 1 Thessalonians 5:23 NASB. From his youth learned the Scriptures from his mother and grandmother (2 Timothy 1:5; 3:15). 1 Thessalonians Chapter 4 15 For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive [and] remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. 1 Thessalonians: The Believer and the Second Coming of Christ (15 of 32) by Stan Coffey. C. How believers are to walk, Chapter 4:1-12. Abstinence From Revenge, And The Steadfast Pursuit Of Good . Paul sent Timothy to the Thessalonians on a previous occasion (1 Thessalonians 3:2). IV. b. 15 According to the Lord’s word, we tell you that we who are still alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will certainly not precede those who have fallen asleep. Timothy was a trusted companion and associate of Paul, and he accompanied Paul on many of his missionary journeys. B. Paul urges Thessalonians to continue to grow in faith, Chapter 3:9-13. Deuteronomy 16:20 That which is altogether just shall you follow, that you may live, and inherit the land which the LORD your God gives you. The letters (called epistles) from Paul to Thessalonica, which included I Thessalonians and II Thessalonians were probably two of the earliest letters Paul had written which was around A.D. 50 or 51. 1 Thessalonians Commentary. A. Timothy brings a good report of Thessalonians, Chapter 3:1-8. Caffin : 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22: Exhortations: R. Finlayson : 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22: Pulpit Commentary Homiletics. While people are saying, “Peace and safety,” destruction will come on them suddenly, as labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape. Home >> Bible Studies >> Thessalonians >> 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15 These small group studies of Thessalonians contain outlines, cross-references, Bible study discussion questions, and applications. 1 Thessalonians chapter 4 KJV (King James Version) 1 Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort you by the Lord Jesus, that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God, so ye would abound more and more.. 2 For ye know what commandments we gave you by the Lord Jesus.. 3 For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication: The church was made up in the majority by Gentiles, who were mostly slaves and members of the working class (4:11-12). The Day of the Lord - Now, brothers and sisters, about times and dates we do not need to write to you, for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. Bible > 1 Thessalonians > Chapter 5 > Verse 15 ... 1 Thessalonians 5:15: Closing Exhortations: B.C. 1 Thessalonians 3:13 NASB Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be preserved complete, without blame at the coming of our Lord Yeshua Christ. Bible > 1 Thessalonians > Chapter 5 > Verse 15 ... 1 Thessalonians 2:12 That you would walk worthy of God, who has called you to his kingdom and glory.