Colossians 22.1-2
Who did Paul write his letter of Colossians to?
What is Colosse
What did Paul remind believers to glorify God in?
Their relationship with unbelievers, Christians, and with God
Is God pleased when believers demonstrate personal laziness?
No,
Who will the lawless one be?
a godless, deceptive leader
Why did Paul write the letter of Colossians?
The believers had heard false teachings
What is the foundation of Christlike attitudes?
Love
Does encouragement identify the best and most spiritual believers?
No.
Define the second coming of Christ.
The event when Jesus returns to the earth.
How did Paul begin his letter?
By thanking God
Define our "new nature"
the pattern of living that results from having a relationship with Jesus and following his example
True or false.
Paul visited Thessalonica on his third missionary journey.
False
Information about the lawless one, the Lord's second coming, encouragement to live as godly examples, challenge to undisciplined or lazy believers
What did Paul use his letter to teach about?
Jesus being divine, Jesus' supremacy, Jesus' power and glory
Paul feared that false teaching would hinder the church's pursuit of ___?
God, spiritual wisdom, and knowledge
Who were people that were a part of the church at Thessalonica?
Women who were leaders, many Greeks, Jews & Gentiles
Define sanctification.
The process of being set apart for a specific, holy purpose
What themes are covered in 1 Thessalonians?
the importance of steadfast faith, encouragement to live godly examples, the second coming of Christ
Who did most Bible scholars believe shared the gospel with the Colossians?
Epaphras
What did Paul want the church to be filled with?
The knowledge of God's will.
What is Paul's purpose in teaching about the second coming of Christ?
To encourage believers to persevere in their sanctification, prepare with alertness, believe in hope
Define apostasy.
The abandonment of faith in Jesus as Savior and Lord