1. 1 Thessalonians 1:1 (ESV)
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How is 1:1 to be divided?

1 Thessalonians 1:1 (ESV)

1 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy,To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace.

Verse 1 has three parts: the sender formula, the recipient formula, and the greeting.

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