Paul’s experience at Thessalonica began when he boldly
shared the gospel with a people steeped in idolatry and
immorality. Immediately upon hearing the gospel, a powerful
work occurred in their hearts, resulting in an amazing
transformation of their lives. This wonderful work of the Spirit
in the lives of a people so lost in spiritual darkness should
serve as a source of inspiration in our own day. Thankfully,
no one is beyond the reach of the gospel, including the many
in our beloved nation who seem so far from God.
The apostle Paul’s letters to the young church at Thessalonica
are filled with practical application for our lives today. If you
are hungry for spiritual growth, this devotional study is for
you! I have no doubt the Holy Spirit will enrich your walk with
Christ as you engage in this verse-by-verse study.
Your journey through these two letters will also introduce
you to the great doctrine of the second coming of Jesus
Christ. In his first letter, Paul’s answer to a question posed
by this young church has subsequently brought comfort to the
hearts of every succeeding generation of believers, including
our own! In his second letter, the apostle continued to
clarify various details concerning the second coming that
are simply fascinating. There are several mountain peaks of
Bible prophecy to be discovered in this study, and I’m sure
you will find it quite exciting.
I hope you will take the time to make full use of the
suggested activities that appear throughout the text of this
book. These activities will promote additional Scripture
reading and the use of other outside resources to enhance
your study. As well, the questions presented will compel
you to think more deeply about the text we are studying.
The various questions can also be useful for group study.
At the end of the book, I have included an addendum
designed to comfort and encourage those working through
grief associated with the loss of someone dear in life. In my
view, the theme verse of Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians can
be found in the first epistle in 4:18, which says, “Wherefore
comfort one another with these words.” The promise of
Christ’s return is to be a constant source of comfort to our
hearts as we face inevitable seasons of loss in our lives. I believe
the addendum will be a helpful resource that complements
this central teaching of Paul to the Thessalonians.
I pray the Lord will prosper your time in his Word as
you enjoy this study.
Pastor Rusty Yost
shared the gospel with a people steeped in idolatry and
immorality. Immediately upon hearing the gospel, a powerful
work occurred in their hearts, resulting in an amazing
transformation of their lives. This wonderful work of the Spirit
in the lives of a people so lost in spiritual darkness should
serve as a source of inspiration in our own day. Thankfully,
no one is beyond the reach of the gospel, including the many
in our beloved nation who seem so far from God.
The apostle Paul’s letters to the young church at Thessalonica
are filled with practical application for our lives today. If you
are hungry for spiritual growth, this devotional study is for
you! I have no doubt the Holy Spirit will enrich your walk with
Christ as you engage in this verse-by-verse study.
Your journey through these two letters will also introduce
you to the great doctrine of the second coming of Jesus
Christ. In his first letter, Paul’s answer to a question posed
by this young church has subsequently brought comfort to the
hearts of every succeeding generation of believers, including
our own! In his second letter, the apostle continued to
clarify various details concerning the second coming that
are simply fascinating. There are several mountain peaks of
Bible prophecy to be discovered in this study, and I’m sure
you will find it quite exciting.
I hope you will take the time to make full use of the
suggested activities that appear throughout the text of this
book. These activities will promote additional Scripture
reading and the use of other outside resources to enhance
your study. As well, the questions presented will compel
you to think more deeply about the text we are studying.
The various questions can also be useful for group study.
At the end of the book, I have included an addendum
designed to comfort and encourage those working through
grief associated with the loss of someone dear in life. In my
view, the theme verse of Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians can
be found in the first epistle in 4:18, which says, “Wherefore
comfort one another with these words.” The promise of
Christ’s return is to be a constant source of comfort to our
hearts as we face inevitable seasons of loss in our lives. I believe
the addendum will be a helpful resource that complements
this central teaching of Paul to the Thessalonians.
I pray the Lord will prosper your time in his Word as
you enjoy this study.
Pastor Rusty Yost
