Romans Review: pg. 1-4 Flashcards
Who founded the congregation at Rome?
Not Peter/Paul
Population of Rome
1 million
Rome was like ____ in politics
Washington DC
Rome was like ____ in business
NYC
Rome was like ____ in morals
Las Vegas
Who were many of the first members of the Roman congregation
Jewish converts
When and from where did Paul write Romans
Winter of 55-56 AD; Corinth
What was Paul’s MAIN purpose in writing?
Giving the Romans a better understanding of the Gospel and Justification
Which two books of the Bible did Luther say were vital for Christianity?
Romans and John
Where and when was Paul born?
1 AD; Tarsus of Antioch
Who was Paul’s teacher?
Gamaliel
Besides being a Jew, Paul was also a _____ and a _____.
Pharisee; Roman citizen
What were Paul’s Hebrew/Greek names?
H - Saul; G - Paul
Define legalist
Very, very strict (follow the laws)
When do we first meet Paul?
Stoning of Stephen (Acts 7:58-8:1)
Who called Paul, and to which group of people was he sent to serve?
Jesus called him; called to serve Gentiles
Where did Paul go on each missionary journey?
1 - Asia Minor
2,3 - AM, Macedonia, Greece
4 - Rome
5 - Spain
What are three theories about Paul’s “thorn in the flesh”?
Bad eyesight, speech impediment, and guilt
What was the purpose of Paul’s intro?
Establish who he is and why he is writing (credentials)
How does Paul begin his letter differently than we begin a letter today and why?
He began with his signature because hw was writing on a scroll
Apostle
One who is sent out (passive)
Why would this offer Paul comfort during his ministry?
Knew that God wanted him to do it + help from God
What are three adjectives that would accurately describe Paul’s attitude when he wrote 2 Timothy?
Hopeful, content, and eager
Justification
God declares me not guilty because Jesus paid for my sin
