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Who wrote II Corinthians?
Paul
Who is the readership of II Corinthians?
The church at Corinth
When and where was II Corinthians written?
AD 55-56 in Macedonia during his third missionary journey.
What is the theme of II Corinthians?
Defense of Paul’s Apostleship
What are the Key Verses of II Corinthians?
II Corinthians 4:5-6
Which epistle is Paul’s most autobiographical?
II Corinthians
What does II Corinthians emphasis?
Paul’s defense of his ministry.
What was Paul defending in II Corinthians?
His apostolic authority
What is the outline of II Corinthians?
A. God’s Comfort in Difficult Circumstances (1a)
B. Paul Explains His Change of Plans (1b)
C. Instructions on Treating a Repentant Offender (2a)
D. Aspects of the Gospel Ministry (2b-5)
E. Separation and Reconciliation (6-7)
F. Instructions in Giving (8-9)
G. Defense of Paul’s Ministry (10-13)
(Carrol Edwards Instructed Thoughtfully All Students Readily In Giving Ducks)
What are the Aspects of the gospel Ministry?
Confidence in Ministry (2b) Commendations of the Ministry (3:1-3) Covenant for the Ministry (3:4-18) Character of the Ministry (4) Compulsions to the Ministry (5)
Who wrote Galatians?
Paul
Who is the readership of Galatians?
The church of Galatia
When and where was Galatians written?
AD 47-48. Paul had returned to the church at Antioch following his first missionary journey.
What is the Theme of Galatians?
Justification by Faith Alone
What is the Key Verse of Galatians?
Galatians 5:1
Galatians is sometimes referred to as “The _____.”
The Magna Carta of Christian Liberty
T/F: Paul wrote Galatians personally without using an amanuensis.
True
T/F: Galatians focuses on words of praise and prayers of thanksgiving.
False: Galatians includes NO words of praise or prayer of thanksgiving.
Galatians is the only book addressed to _____.
A single group of churches, rather than a single congregation.
Galatians is the _____ most autobiographical of Paul’s letters.
Second
What is the outline of Galatians?
Paul’s Authority (1-2)
God’s Salvation (3-4)
The Application (5-6)
(Pause Australian Goods; Send That App)
Who wrote Ephesians?
Paul
Who is the readership of Ephesians?
The church at Ephesus
Who started the church at Ephesus? When?
Paul, Aquila, and Priscilla during Paul’s second missionary journey.
T/F: Although Paul’s initial ministry at the church at Ephesus was brief, he would later return to spend three years in there, more time than in any other city.
True
T/F: The church at Ephesus saw tremendous growth, and was very influential in the start of many other churches in the region.
True
The growth of the Ephesian church was so great that it began to impact the _____.
Local economy. (Those who made their living selling idols and religious artifacts saw their sales plummet, and started a riot in the city against Paul)
When and where were Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians written? (and Philemon)
AD 59-61 (Paul had been placed under house arrest in Rome while awaiting his first trial before Caesar.
How long did Paul wait in prison in Caesarea before finally being transported to Rome?
2 years; there he spent another two years under guard awaiting his trial.
These books are called the “Prison Epistles” because Paul wrote them while he was in prison.
Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon.
Who delivered Ephesians, Colossians, and Philemon?
Tychicus and Onesimus
Who delivered Philippians?
Epaphroditus
What is the theme of Ephesians?
The Body of Christ in Unity
What is the Key Verse of Ephesians?
Ephesians 4:13
Ephesians emphasizes the “_____” church.
Unified
T/F: Ephesians is one of the “twin” epistles.
True
T/F: Ephesians is the most personal of Paul’s letters.
False: Ephesians is the most impersonal of Paul’s letters.
What is the outline of Ephesians?
The Purpose of God in Salvation (1) Salvation by Grace (2) The Church as a “Mystery” (3) Living the Christian Life (4) The Filling of the Spirit (5) The Spiritual Armor of the Christian (6) (Purring Sally the Cat Licked Five Sour Apples)
Under the point “The Filling of the Spirit” in the outline of Ephesians, what does the word “Filling” refer to?
Control
Under the point “The Filling of the Spirit” in the outline of Ephesians, “Be filled” implies what?
A continuous refilling. This is not a one-time act, but should be a way of life.
Who wrote Philippians?
Paul
Who is the readership of Philippians?
The church at Philippi
Who originally founded the city of Philippi?
Philip of Macedon, the father of Alexander the Great
T/F: Philippi was very anti-Jewish.
True: The city was decidedly anti-Jewish, evidenced by the almost non-existent Jewish population and animosity Paul experienced during his visit
Why did Paul go to Philippi?
Paul first came to Philippi as a result of the Macedonian vision
T/F: There were 3 synagogues in Philippi.
False: At least ten adult men had to reside in a city before a synagogue could be started. The Jewish population of Philippi was so small, even this minuscule requirement could not be met.
Paul won several people to the Lord while at Philippi and these people became the foundation of the Philippian church. Who are these people?
❖Lydia and her household (merchant at the river)
❖(delivered a )demon possessed child (and got imprisoned for it)
❖Jailer and his family (after Paul and Silas’ miraculous release)
T/F: Philippians is one of the “Prison Epistles.”
True
What is the Theme of Philippians?
The Joy of Life in Christ
What is the key Verse of Philippians?
Philippians 4:4 “Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.”
T/F: Philippians is a very impersonal letter.
False: Philippians is a very personal letter.
What two things does Philippians emphasize?
Joy and Rejoicing
What is the outline of Philippians?
1 Introduction 2 The Mind of Christ 3 True Righteousness 4 Paul’s Thankfulness (Introduce My Christmas Tree Respectfully, Please and Thank you)
Which book includes one of the greatest “Christological” passages of the New Testament?
Philippians
What book is the least doctrinal?
II Corinthians
What is our source of comfort?
God
What is ministry?
God’s people speaking God’s Word
What is the judgment seat of Christ?
Primarily a place for reward, not condemnation
What are the instructions in giving?
🙋🏼♂️Give yourself to God 🥫Give what you can 💜Give out of love 🍔Give proportionally 😄Give Cheerfully 🤯You can't out give God
They said:
🗣He has no apostolic authority
🗣He is after financial gain
🗣He is insincere in the ministry
He responded:
📝He was “not a whit behind the very chiefest apostles”
📝He supported himself despite his rights
📝His trials demonstrate uncompromising dedication
What book is known as the first epistle?
Galatians
In Galatians 1:6-7, the word “another” is used twice. What are the two different meanings in the verses?
Verse 6: Another of a different kind
Verse 7: Another of the same kind
‘I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel:
Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. ‘
Where was Paul’s message from?
God, not man
We _____ and _____ saved by faith. (not by works.)
get and stay
The law is our _____.
“Schoolmaster”
What does the law reveal?
God’s righteousness
Man’s rebellion (our need)
God’s redeemer (our Savior)
What are the 4 definitions of legalism?
1) Improper use of laws/rules in the Christian life
2) Not simply wanting to be holy
3) Emphasizing externals while ignoring the heart
4) imposing commandments that God did not give
Legalism stands in contrast to true obedience that is _____, _____, _____, and _____.
… Gospel-based, love-motivated, humbly pursued, and spirit-empowered.
“Christian Liberty” means that…
… we are free to serve God and we are free to serve others.
What is the “law of sowing and reaping.”
🍎🌱You get what you plant
🍎🍏You get more than you plant
⏱🍏You get after you plant
📅🌱You can’t change last years harvest; but you can work for next years
Which books are the twin epistles?
Ephesians and Colossians
The “Twin” Epistles: Ephesians stresses _____ while Colossians stresses _____.
the Church as the body of Christ
Christ as the head of the body
Why is Ephesians one of the most impersonal of Paul’s letters?
Because it doesn’t directly address individuals
What is the purpose of God in salvation?
🙋🏻♀️The Father chose us
☀️The Son redeemed us
👻The Spirit sealed us
Ephesians 1-3 are based on _____.
Ephesians 4-6 are based on _____.
Wealth in christ—theology
Walk in Christ—practical ethics
What is the danger in separating theology and practicality?
Without practicality, theology is interesting but not meaningful. Without theology, practicality is moralism.
What is practical truth based on?
theological truth
What is a Bible “mystery”?
A truth that was unclear from the Old Testament, but which is made plain in the New Testament
What is the mystery of the church?
That jews and gentiles would be brought together in one group
What is the overview of chapters 4-6?
1️⃣Walk in unity 🆕Walk in newness 💟Walk in love 💡Walk in light 🧠Walk in wisdom 🔫Stand in battle
What are the characteristics of being Spirit-filled?
A joyful attitude
A thankful attitude
A submissive attitude
(Just That Spirit)
