1. 1Thessalonians

2. The book of 1 Thessalonians was written by Paul and addressed to the church at Thessalonica. Many believe it to be his earliest Epistle. Thessalonica was a major port city and trade center on the Aegean Sea.

3. 1 Thessalonians Historical Background: *The church had its beginnings during Paul’s second missionary journey soon after leaving Philippi. He had 3 successful Sabbath Days preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ in the Jewish synagogues. However, some unbelievers gathered a hostile crowd. Concerned for the Saints safety Paul and other companions left. Later he sent Timothy back to strengthen the young church. Paul wrote the letter from Corinth around A.D. 50-51

4. The 1 st Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Thessalonians In the 1 st Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Thessalonians: * Encouraging the members to live worthy lives in preparation for the coming of the Lord. (the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night) * Understanding the Resurrection.

5. “For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Are not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming? For ye are our glory and joy.” 1 Thessalonians 2: 19-20 Testimony of Paul to 1Thessalonians:

6. 1Thessalonians 1-5

7. Those who accept the gospel of Jesus Christ have a responsibility to lead others to it 1 Thessalonians 1: 6-10 D&C 88: 81-82 True Ministers live and teach the gospel in righteousness 1 Thessalonians 2: 1-10 Missionaries glory and have joy in those who are converted to the Lord and His gospel 1 Thessalonians 2 :11-20 D&C 18: 10-16 Sanctification comes through the Atonement and by submission to Heavenly Father's will 1 Thessalonians 4: 1-7 Helaman 3: 35 The Saints of God who die in the faith will be resurrected at the 2 nd coming of Jesus Christ 1 Thessalonians 4: 13-18 D&C 45: 44-46 True Saints should watch for the signs that will precede the 2 nd Coming 1 Thessalonians 5: 1-10 Joseph Smith….Matthew 1: 46-55

8. The gospel comes both in word and in power 1 Thessalonians 1 The Book of Mormon

9. True ministers preach in a godly manner Converts are the glory and joy of missionaries 1 Thessalonians 2

10. The Saints are told to perfect that which is lacking in their faith 1 Thessalonians 3

11. The Saints are told to be holy, sanctify themselves, and love one another The Lord will come, and the dead will rise 1 Thessalonians 4

12. The Saints will know the season of the Second coming of Christ Live the way Saints should live Rejoice evermore Do not despise prophesying 1 Thessalonians 5

13. 1 Thessalonians 1-5  ExhortationStrong gospel instruction  GuileCraftiness, deceit  Cloke of covetousnessCovering for greed  Fill up their sins alwaysPeople becoming completely wicked  Possess his vesselControl his body, passions, actions  ConcupiscenceSinful desires, lust  Wake or sleepThose who have prepared themselves and are watching for the coming of the Savior and those who have not; alive or dead at the coming of the Lord