Romans, 1 & 2 Corinthians [Test]

Romans

Who wrote Romans? - Paul

When was it written? - circa 57 Ad

Who was it written to? - the Christians in Rome

Explain “Christianity’s first theology textbook” as it pertains to Romans. - Romans completely explains Christianity.

Why did Paul write Romans? - to tell us how God makes us right in his sight by faith

Write your memory verse for Romans. - Romans 1:16 - For I am not ashamed of this good news about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes.

1 Corinthians

Who wrote 1 Cor? - Paul

Who was it written to? - the Corinthians

Where is the city of Corinth (modern day)? - Greece

What 3 problems did the church at Corinth write to Paul about? - the church was divided, a church member was living in sin with his stepmom, they were suing each other

What were his solutions? (In scripture)
1 Cor 1:10 - I appeal to you, dear brothers and sisters,[a] by the authority of our Lord Jesus Christ, to live in harmony with each other. Let there be no divisions in the church. Rather, be of one mind, united in thought and purpose.

1 Cor 5:4-5 - My conscience is clear, but that doesn’t prove I’m right. It is the Lord himself who will examine me and decide. So don’t make judgments about anyone ahead of time—before the Lord returns. For he will bring our darkest secrets to light and will reveal our private motives. Then God will give to each one whatever praise is due.

1 Cor 6:1 - When one of you has a dispute with another believer, how dare you file a lawsuit and ask a secular court to decide the matter instead of taking it to other believers!

Write out your memory verse for 1 Corinthians. 1 Cor 3:17 - For God's temple is holy and you are that temple.

2 Corinthians

Who wrote 2 Corinthians? - Paul

Who was it written to? - the Corinthians

When was it written? - circa 55 AD

What five things do these “false apostles” accuse Paul of? - he was a fake apostle, promoting himself, lying to the Corinthians, keeping offering, and writing stern letters but not backing them up with actions

How does Paul answer each accusation? -
With all that he had suffered, if he was fake he would have given up by then.
2 Cor 4:5 - You see, we don’t go around preaching about ourselves. We preach that Jesus Christ is Lord, and we ourselves are your servants for Jesus’ sake.
2 Cor 1:23 - Now I call upon God as my witness that I am telling the truth. The reason I didn’t return to Corinth was to spare you from a severe rebuke.
2 Cor 8:20 - We are traveling together to guard against any criticism for the way we are handling this generous gift.
2 Cor 10:9-11 - I’m not trying to frighten you by my letters. 10 For some say, “Paul’s letters are demanding and forceful, but in person he is weak, and his speeches are worthless!” 11 Those people should realize that our actions when we arrive in person will be as forceful as what we say in our letters from far away.


Write out your memory verse for 2 Corinthians. 2 Cor 3:17 - For the Lord is Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.