According to the author, the value of the epistles to the Thessalonians lies in the fact that, firstly, they reveal to us the true Paul; secondly, they are addressed to the local church, and its life is today a subject of increasing interest to many people; and thirdly, they allow us to see the church in a theological, and even eschatological, context. What can these two short letters written to the Macedonian church of the first century tell us today? John Stott is confident that Paul's letter to the Thessalonian Christians gives three leading directions that the late twentieth century church needs to consider: - Model for ministry: we see how Paul's self-sacrificing, prayerful love for the church changes Christian leaders - Local church challenges: The apostle deals with issues of evangelism, pastoral responsibilities, moral standards of fellowship, worship, obedience and hopes for the future - An affirmation of our faith: he constantly returns to the fundamental facts, reminding us that “Christ died, rose again and will come again.” With characteristic clarity and understanding, John Stott illuminates those aspects of Christian life and ministry that reveal the essence of God goals for His people today. John Stott is a world-renowned expositor of Scripture, preacher, and author of many books. The following books have been published in Russian: “The Foundation of Christianity”, “The Epistle to the Galatians”, “The Sermon on the Mount”. He is currently Pastor Emeritus of All Souls Church in London and Vice-President of the International Fellowship of Christian Students (IFES).