2 Corinthians and Galatians Study Guide

A collection of vocabulary flashcards covering key themes, concepts, and terms from the letters of 2 Corinthians and Galatians.

2 Corinthians

An epistle written by Paul to the church in Corinth, addressing issues of leadership, morality, and the collection for the saints.

Purpose of 2 Corinthians

To encourage the repentant majority and confront the rebellious minority.

Macedonia

Region in Northern Greece; part of Paul's missionary journeys and addressed in 2 Corinthians.

Thessalonica

Major city in Macedonia; site of early Christian community and referenced in Paul's letters.

Berea

City in Macedonia known for the receptive attitude of its Jewish community towards Paul's teaching.

Missionary Journeys

The travels of Paul to spread Christianity, commonly referred to by his three main journeys.

Corinth

A prominent city in ancient Greece, the destination of Paul's letters concerning various church issues.

Ephesus

City in Asia Minor and a significant center for early Christianity where Paul spent a considerable time.

Galatians

An epistle written by Paul addressing issues faced by the churches in Galatia concerning the Law and faith.

The Galatian Churches

Refers to communities established by Paul in the region of Galatia, addressing their struggles in faith.

Judaizers

Opponents in Galatia promoting a gospel that included adherence to the Mosaic Law.

Justification by Faith

The central theme in Galatians, emphasizing salvation through faith in Christ rather than adherence to the Law.

Paul's Conversion

Paul's transformation from persecutor of Christians to an apostle, as detailed in Acts 9.

Council of Jerusalem

Meeting of apostles in Acts 15 to discuss necessity of following the Mosaic Law for salvation.

1st Missionary Journey

Paul's initial journey spreading the gospel, including cities like Antioch of Pisidia, Iconium, and Lystra.

Macedonian Contribution

Money collected from the churches in Macedonia to aid the poor in Jerusalem as mentioned in 2 Corinthians.

Clement of Rome

Early church father who referenced issues in the Corinthian church in his writings.

Acts

Book of the New Testament detailing the early Christian church and the spread of the gospel.

Phrygia

Region in Asia Minor referenced in relation to the Galatians and Paul's missionary journeys.

Paphos

City on the island of Cyprus where Paul confronted the sorcerer Elymas as mentioned in Acts.

Iconium

City visited by Paul where he faced opposition from both Jews and Gentiles.

Derbe

City in Lycaonia visited by Paul during his missionary journey.

Lystra

Site of Paul's significant missionary work, where he was stoned and later returned.

Southern Galatia

Area where Paul successfully preached and established churches, reflected in his letter to the Galatians.

Judea

Region where some Judaizers came from, insisting on the necessity of circumcision for salvation.

Ephesus and Corinth

Important cities in Paul's missions—Ephesus for its lengthy engagement and Corinth for its contentious issues.

Apostolic Authority

Paul's claim to authority as an apostle, often defended in his letters.

Galatians 3:1-14

Passage discussing the contrast between the Law and faith, central to the message of Galatians.

Acts 15:1

Verse highlighting the challenge faced by Paul regarding the necessity of circumcision for salvation.

Psalms in 2 Corinthians

References made by Paul to the Old Testament to support his teachings and message.

Salvation

Central theme of the New Testament, explored through faith in Christ vs. works.