Lesson 8 Flashcards
Give the format of an ancient letter:
a) Opening: A to B, greetings
b) Thanksgiving
c) Body
d) Closing
Give two reasons why Paul used letters:
a) To keep in touch with and pastor his churches while he traveled.
b) To address and correct problems they were experiencing.
What did Paul often include in the body of his letters?
A theological exposition followed by practical application.
Which book was probably the first New Testament book to be written?
First Thessalonians.
When were 1 & 2 Thessalonians written?
Around AD 50 during Paul’s second missionary journey.
Why was Paul so anxious to hear how the Thessalonians were doing?
Paul had no opportunity to disciple his new converts who had turned from idols.
Why was 2 Thessalonians written?
To deal with remaining problems not resolved by (or even occasioned by a misunderstanding of) 1 Thessalonians.
What is a major theme of both 1 & 2 Thessalonians?
The second coming of Jesus Christ.
Why did Paul draw attention to his signature in 2 Thessalonians?
To prove that this epistle was not a false letter or forgery sent in his name by fraudulent opponents.
What lesson can we take away from 1 & 2 Thessalonians?
We should not become lazy, but be ever more vigorous in pursuing the will of the Lord, carrying out His mission and advancing His kingdom as we wait for the Lord to return.
