Pauls "Undisputed" Letters
What it means when a letter is called "undisputed."
Scholars agree Paul himself actually wrote or dictated it.
This term refers to the belief that Judgment Day is near and at hand.
Imminence.
Paul’s response to "Factionalism," where groups favored different teachers.
We all serve Christ; apostles are just stewards, not leaders of their own movements.
The year range when 1 Thessalonians was likely written.
49–51 AD.
What it means to be "justified" in Paul’s theology.
To be "made right" with God.
The total number of letters in the New Testament traditionally attributed to Paul.
13 (though 6 are disputed).
The apocalyptic concept that a battle exists between good and evil, or God and Satan.
Dualism.
Why Paul claims sexual immorality is the "worst" sin.
It is the only sin that is committed against one’s own body.
The location Paul was in when he wrote 1 Corinthians.
Ephesus.
In Galatians, Paul compares the Mosaic Law to this temporary role until Christ arrived.
A guardian.
Name all 7 undisputed letters of Paul.
1 Thessalonians, Galatians, 1 & 2 Corinthians, Philippians, Philemon, and Romans.
The belief that things will not get better, but rather worse, for those who obey God in this age.
Pessimism
Paul’s advice regarding Christians taking each other to civic courts.
Involve the church in disputes, not the "pagan/lost" world.
The year Paul’s letter to the Romans was written.
Spring of 57 AD.
Paul uses this "story" in 2 Corinthians to show that God’s power is displayed through human weakness.
The "Thorn in the Flesh."
The earliest (oldest) written work in the entire New Testament.
1 Thessalonians.
This concept promises that believers will escape coming judgment and obtain "salvation."
Vindication.
The reason Paul tells the Corinthians to wear head coverings.
To show submission to Christ and "because of the angels."
The city Paul was in when he wrote to the Romans.
Corinth.
According to Romans 3:9, Paul understands "Sin" as this, rather than just a mistake.
A cosmic power.
Paul’s specific career or source of income used to support his travels.
Leatherworker.
The Greek term for the "second coming" or arrival of Christ.
Parousia.
The issue involving the Eucharist (Lord’s Supper) where the wealthy were overeating.
Indulgence and discrimination (neglecting the poor).
The specific name of the Roman prison where Paul was likely held.
Mamertine.
The difference between "Flesh" and "Spirit" regarding thoughts.
Flesh is believing all your thoughts; Spirit is separating your thoughts from who you actually are.