Those following the two-year Bible reading plan with me will begin reading the book of 1 Thessalonians tomorrow, October 15 (Link to the Two-Year Bible Reading Plan)

A little background for the church in Thessalonica can be found in Acts 16:1-17:15.

Paul wrote this letter to the Thessalonians to praise the new converts for standing strong against the persecution they faced so quickly after they became believers. He encouraged them in their trials. This letter also addresses the future return of Christ.