In this chapter the apostle puts the Thessalonians in mind of the manner of his preaching among them, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-2:6. Then of the manner of his conversation among them, 1 Thessalonians 2:7-2:12. Afterwards of the success of his ministry, with the effects both on himself and on them (1 Thessalonians 2:13-2:16), and then apologizes for his absence, 1 Thessalonians 2:17-2:20. MHBCC 1114.1