Paul was deeply devoted to the Thessalonians and was greatly encouraged to hear of their perseverance and was eager to see them grow in their faith.

God has destined us for tribulation; and though His design is our good, Satan’s desire is our destruction.

Walking out your calling as a Christian means living all of your life gladly in the name of Jesus.

The fountainhead of our joy and peace is the good news that God sent His Son into the world to save poor sinners by reconciling us to Himself.

Paul had been given an evangelical mission aimed at an eschatological goal that prompted a pastoral concern.