Module 8 Flashcards
What did Paul write to the Thessalonians regarding the time of Jesus’ return?
Paul reassured them they had not missed the return of Christ and that it would occur after a great rebellion and the emergence of a lawless leader.
Paul emphasized that they should not be troubled by false claims about the timing of Christ’s return.
What was Paul’s way of making money?
Paul worked as a tentmaker to support himself and did not burden the Thessalonians.
This was to set a good example for the Christians in Thessalonica.
Where was Apollos born and what did he do?
Apollos was born in Alexandria, Egypt, and was a powerful speaker trained in the Scriptures.
He spoke in the synagogue and was assisted by Priscilla and Aquila.
Who was the silversmith named Demetrius and why was he opposed to the apostles’ work?
Demetrius was a silversmith who opposed the apostles because their preaching led people to doubt the false gods, threatening his business of making silver shrines for false gods.
This opposition resulted in a riot among supporters of the goddess Artemis.
What did Paul state about lawsuits among fellow Christians?
Paul stated that lawsuits among fellow believers should be handled within the church rather than taken to civil courts.
He believed that taking matters to civil courts indicated defeat as a church.
What did Paul say should be done with sinners within the church?
Paul advised that sinners should be removed from fellowship, but that they should not judge outsiders.
He suggested delivering the sinner to Satan for the destruction of the flesh to seek repentance.
Fill in the blank: Paul warned the Thessalonians that if people would not work, they should not _______.
eat
Paul emphasized that the body was meant for _______ and not for sexual immorality.
Christ
True or False: Paul encouraged idleness among the Thessalonians.
False
What did Paul emphasize about the power of the Holy Spirit in his preaching to the Corinthians?
Paul emphasized that their faith should rest on the power of the Holy Spirit, not on the wisdom of men.
He focused on Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection.
What unique wisdom did Paul mention that was revealed through the Holy Spirit?
A secret wisdom of God that the rulers of the age did not possess.
If they had possessed it, they would not have crucified Christ.
Fill in the blank: Paul wrote that the apostles should be regarded as _______ of Jesus Christ.
servants
How did Paul describe the apostles’ status in the eyes of the world?
The apostles were seen as scum and trash, yet they were wise and strong in Christ.
Paul urged the Corinthians to imitate him and the apostles.
Who did Paul send to teach the ways of Christ to the Corinthians?
Timothy
What behavior did Paul address regarding a man in the Corinthian church?
Paul addressed a case of sexual immorality involving a man with his father’s wife.
He advised that this man should be removed from the fellowship.
What was the outcome of the accusations against Paul by the Jews in Corinth?
The proconsul Gallio dismissed the case, stating it was a matter of words and not a crime.
This allowed Paul to continue his ministry without legal repercussions.
Fill in the blank: Paul wrote that the unrighteous would not inherit the _______ of God.
kingdom
