Outline of First Thessalonians

I. A Personal Testimony (1:1–3:13).
A. Concerning Christian Commitment (1:1–10).
1. A Word of Greeting (1:1).
2. A Word of Thanksgiving (1:2–7).
3. A Word of Confirmation (1:8–10).
B. Concerning Christian Conduct (2:1–12).
1. Faithfulness in the Proclamation of the Gospel 2:1–4).
2. Freedom from Deceit and Avarice (2:5–9).
3. Provision of a Worthy Example for Others (2:10–12).
C . Concerning Christian Compassion (2:13–3:13).
1. In a Time of Suffering (2:13–20).
2. In a Time of Temptation (3:1–5).
3. In a Time of Deficiency (3:6–13).

II. A Practical Appeal (4:1–5:22).
A. A Worthy Goal: Honor God (4:1–12).
1. Purity of Life (4:1–8).
2. Sincerity of Love (4:9, 10).
3. Honesty of Labor (4:11, 12).
B. A Comforting Hope: Believe God (4:13–5:11).
1. A Word of Promise and Comfort (4:13–18).
2. A Word of Instruction (5:1–11).
C. A Christian Duty: Please God (5:12–22).
1. Respect for God’s Leadership (5:12, 13).
2. Love for Christian Fellowship (5:14, 15).
3. Submission to Christ’s Lordship (5:16–22).
Conclusion (5:23–28).

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