1:1 • Salutation
1:2-1:10 • The Thessalonians' Faith and Example
2:1-2:16 • Paul's Ministry in Thessalonica
2:17-3:5 • Paul's Desire to Visit the Thessalonians Again
3:6-3:13 • Timothy's Encouraging Report
4:1-4:12 • A Life Pleasing to God
4:13-5:11 • The Coming of the Lord
5:12-5:28 • Final Exhortations, Greetings, and Benediction