Writings of Apostle Paul

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Theology and Writings of the Apostle Paul “….the study of Jesus Christ and His influences and of the nature of religious truth.”

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Paul “The Jew” Born into a strict Jewish family Named after the first King of Israel Became a Pharisee Inherited fathers citizenship

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Paul “The Roman” Recognized throughout empire Considered a great privilege Roman citizens had special rights Sent to persecute Christians

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Paul “The Follower” Sent to Damascus Fell blinded to the ground Asked by Jesus, “Why do you persecute me?” Began preaching – “Jesus is the Son of God

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Writings of the Apostle Paul…

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Romans Written about A.D. 57 Written for: Christians in Rome Place: Rome Purpose: Introduce Paul to the Romans Key Verse: “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord” 6:23

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1 st and 2 nd Corinthians Written about A.D. 55-57 Written for: The church in Corinth Place: 1 st -Corinth 2 nd -Macedonia Purpose: Identify problems & solutions in Corinthian Church Affirm Paul’s Ministry Key Verse: “For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures” 15:3-4

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Galatians Written about A.D. 49 Written for: Churches in Galatia Place: Antioch Purpose: To refute Judaizers & to call Christians to faith and freedom in Christ Key Verse: “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me” 2:20

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Ephesians Written about A.D. 60 Written for: The church in Ephesus Place: Ephesus Purpose: To strengthen Christian faith and explain nature & purpose of the church, and the body of Christ Key Verse: “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God” 2:8

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Philippians Written about A.D. 61 Written for: Christians at Philippi Place: Philippi Purpose: To thank Philippians and strengthen them by showing that true joy comes from Jesus Christ Key Verse: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God” 4:6

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Colossians Written about A.D. 60 Written for: The church in Colosse Place: Colosse Purpose: To combat errors in the church and to show that believers have everything the need in Christ Key Verse: “Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience” 3:12

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1 st and 2 nd Thessalonians Written about A.D. 51 Written for: The church in Thessalonica Place: Corinth Purpose: To strengthen the Thessalonian Christians in their faith and give them assurance of Christ’s return Key Verse: “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” 5:16

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1 st and 2 nd Timothy Written about A.D. 1 st 64 2 nd 66 or 67 Written for: Timothy and church leaders Place: 1 st Rome or Macedonia 2 nd Rome Purpose: Encourage Timothy and give final instructions and encouragement Key Verse: “For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline” 1:7

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Titus Written about A.D. 64 Written for: Titus, a Greek convert Place: Macedonia Purpose: To advise Titus in his responsibility of supervising the churches on the island of Crete Key Verse: “The reason I left you in Crete was that you might straighten out what was left unfinished and appoint elders in every town, as I directed you” 1:5

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Philemon Written about A.D. 60 Written for: Philemon, a Colossian Place: Rome Purpose: To convince Philemon to forgive—and accept as a brother of the faith—his runaway slave, Onesimus Key Verse: “I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ” 6:

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