by chaplain ron mccants. 27 books 21 form of letters 13 apostle paul 1 anonymous (hebrews) 7...
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by Chaplain Ron McCants
27 books 21 form of letters 13 Apostle Paul 1 anonymous
(Hebrews) 7 general
(catholic – James, John, Peter, Jude.
Identify himself Salutation – the recipient and greeting Thanksgiving – prayer Body Closing commands Conclusion – peace, benediction
The ultimate triumph of God The righteousness of God revealed in
Christ The new life of freedom with faith in
God’s grace.
Paul urges the Corinthians to put aside dissensions and recognize that Christ is not divided (1:10-4:21)
“False apostles” 11:13 Preached “another
Jesus” 11:4 Become a new
creation in Christ Ministry of
reconciliation – 5:16-21
To the “foolish Galatians” Justification True heirs of Abraham live by faith Freedom from the law leads to life in
the Spirit Spiritual fruits “love, joy, peace 5:22-23
Paul is an apostle to all the nations Demonstrates the gospel is the “power
of God for salvation to everyone who has faith, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.”
New life involves death to the law.
Paul felt affection for the Philippians, which makes this his warmest letter.
He was assisted while in jail. God exalted Jesus and gave him the
name above every name – LORD.
While in prison, Paul met the slave named Onesimus.
Onesimus was converted to Christ Paul sends him back to Philemon as a
beloved brother
Christ is also the firstborn of all creation. Portrait of a “cosmic Christ” in whom “all
things hold together.” 1:17 Christ is praised as the one in whom “all
the fullness of God was pleased to dwell” 1:19.
“Fullness” is the Greek term pleroma, possibly a key gnostic concept.
Addressed to the “Saints” in general. Unity of Jews and Gentiles For He is our Peace
in his flesh he has made both groups into one and has broken down the dividing wall that is the hostility between us… 2:14
Complete Other Questions (a., b., & c.)
Page 304 Please write the questions and answers
on paper. Be prepared to discuss in class briefly.