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What are the three things Paul writes about in his letters?
DOCTRINE What Christians should know
APPLICATION What Christians should do with DOCTRINE
LOGISTICS Specific instructions, greetings
What is the most important theological book ever written?
Romans
What are the key themes of Romans?
In the cross of Christ, God judges sin and at the same time shows his saving mercy.
What are the purposes of Romans?
Paul wrote Romans to unite the Jewish and Gentile Christians in Rome in the gospel. He also wanted the church in Rome to become the base of operations from which he could proclaim the gospel in Spain
What are the themes of Coinrthians?
The Corinthians should repent of their rivalries, build up the faith of those who are weak, and witness effectively to unbelievers.
What is the purpose of Corinthians?
Paul received an oral report and a letter from the Corinthian church. These revealed a church struggling with division, immorality, idolatry, and theological confusion. He wrote them this letter so that they would become a true dwelling place for God’s Spirit.
What is the theme of Galatians?
People do not have to become Jews or follow the outward ceremonies of the Mosaic law in order to be Christians. To require these things denies the heart of the gospel, which is justification by faith alone and not by keeping the “works of the law”.
What is the purpose of Galatians?
False teachers have convinced the Galatians that they are required to be circumcised. The result is division within their church. Paul gives numerous reasons why they should return to the simple truth of the gospel.
What is the theme of Ephesians?
(1) Christ has reconciled all creation to himself and to God; (2) Christ has united people from all nations to himself and to one another in his church; and (3) Christians must live as new people.
What is the purpose of Ephesians?
Ephesians offers general instruction in the truths of God’s redemptive work in Christ; the unity of the church among diverse peoples; and proper conduct in the church, the home, and the world.
What is the theme of Philippians?
Paul encourages the Philippians to live as citizens of a heavenly city, growing in their commitment to serve God and one another. Jesus is the supreme example of this way of life.
What is the purpose of Philippians?
(1) to tell them that Epaphroditus had recovered from a serious illness; (2) to encourage them in their faith; (3) to assure them that he was still in good spirits; and (4) to thank them for their continued support.
What is the theme of Colossians?
Christ is Lord over all of creation, including the invisible realm. He has redeemed his people, enabling them to participate in his death, resurrection, and fullness.
What was the purpose of Colossians?
A dangerous teaching was threatening the church at Colossae, one that lessened Christ’s role and undermined the new identity of believers “in Christ” Paul wrote to warn against this false teaching and to encourage the believers in their growth toward Christian maturity. He emphasizes Christ’s authority over all evil powers. Paul also encourages these believers to fight against sin, pursue holiness, and live as distinctively Christian households.
What was the theme of 1 and 2nd thessalonians?
The main theme is Jesus’ second coming. When he returns, the dead who have believed in Christ will rise and will join the living to meet the Lord in the air. Unbelievers will experience God’s wrath, while believers will inherit salvation. In preparation for that great day, Christians are called to be holy and blameless.
What is the purpose of 1 and 2nd Thessalonians?
Paul has received a report from Timothy about the Thessalonian church. Paul writes to them to restore their hope, which has been tested by unexpected deaths in the church. He reassures them that both the dead and the living believers will be safe at the second coming.
What is the theme of 1 and 2nd Timothy?
The letter’s theme is that the gospel leads to practical, visible change in believers’ lives. The true gospel, in contrast to false teaching, must and will always lead to godliness.
What is the purpose of 1 and 2nd Timothy?
Paul wrote 1 and 2nd Timothy to advise his coworker Timothy about issues in the church in Ephesus. False teachers are the main cause for the letter. Their teaching apparently involved incorrect assumptions about the law. Paul focuses on the fact that true Christianity is shown in lifestyles shaped by the gospel. Those whose lives are not shaped by the gospel have turned away from the faith
What is the theme of Titus?
The letter’s theme is the unbreakable link between faith and practice, belief and behavior. This truth is the basis for Paul’s criticism of false teaching, his instruction in Christian living, and standards he sets for church leaders.
What is the purpose of Titus?
Paul had recently completed a journey to Crete. He had left Titus there to teach the new church. False teachers were already a problem in the church, and the letter focuses primarily on that issue.
What is the theme of Philemon?
The theme of Paul’s letter is the power of the gospel to transform individual lives (Reconciliation)
What is the purpose of Philemon?
Paul was writing to the owner of a run away slave
What is Functional Atheism?
living as if God does not exist
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