1 Thessalonians (c.50–51 CE) is one of Paul’s earliest letters. It offers encouragement to the new church in Thessalonica, urging them to live holy lives while waiting for Christ’s imminent return. It addresses questions about the fate of believers who die before the Second Coming, emphasizing hope of resurrection.

Author: Paul the Apostle.

Date Written: Circa 50–51 CE.

Context: Written from Corinth to a young predominantly Gentile church, it comforts them in persecutions and clarifies that the Day of the Lord will surprise no believers by God’s grace.