Panorama NT 2

Question 1

Philippians

Answer 1

“A love letter to the church in Philippi.
It reveals Pauls’ intense devotion to Christ, his joyful experience in prison, and his deep concern that the church should be steadfast in sound doctrine. “

Question 2

Colossians

Answer 2

“Written to the church at Colossae.
Main theme: the transcendant glory of Christ as the head of the church. This sublime truth calls for the abandonment of all worldly philosophy and sin. “

Question 3

1 Thessalonians

Answer 3

“Written to the church in Thessalonica.
It is composed of apostolic commendations, reminiscences, counsel and exhortations.
Special emphasis upon the comforting hope of the future coming of Christ. “

Question 4

2 Thessalonians

Answer 4

“A sequel to the first epistle.
Written to enlighten the church concerning the doctrine of Christ’s second coming and to warn believers against unrest and social disorders. “

Question 5

1 Timothy

Answer 5

Counsel to a young pastor concerning his conduct and ministerial work.

Question 6

2 Timothy

Answer 6

Paul’s last letter, written shortly before his death, giving instructions and counsel to his beloved “son” in the gospel.

Question 7

Titus

Answer 7

“An apostolic letter giving advice and exhortations to a trusted friend who was a pastor in a difficult field.
Special emphasis on the doctrine of good works. “

Question 8

Philemon

Answer 8

A private letter given to Philemon, encouraging him to receive and forgive Onesimus, his runaway slave.

Question 9

Hebrews

Answer 9

“Writer undertaon.
Main theme: The transcendant glory of Christ and of the blessings of the new dispensation and compared with those of the Old Testament. Key word is
“better” “

Question 10

James

Answer 10

“Probably written by the Lord’s brother.
Addressed to the Jewish converts of the dispersion.
Main theme: Practical religion manifesting itself in good works as contrasted with mere profession of faith, “