Romans, 1 and 2nd Corinthians Open Notes Test

Romans

Who wrote Romans? Paul

When was it written? circa 57 AD

Who was it written to? Christians in Rome

Explain “Christianity’s first theology textbook” as it pertains to Romans. Romans; the study of divine things or religious truth; the study of God.

Why did Paul write Romans? to tell us how God made 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? circa 55 AD

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

What 3 problems did the church at Corinth write to Paul about? Church is divided, Church member is living in sin with his step mom, and they are suing each other.

What were his solutions? I Cor 1:10 Let there be no division in the church.
I Cor 5:4-5 Call a meeting of the church then you must throw this man out. I Cor 6:1 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 Gods temple is holy and you are that temple.

2 Corinthians

Who wrote 2 Corinthians? Paul

Who was it written to? Church of corinth

When was it written? cica 55 ad

What five things do these “false apostles” accuse Paul of? Being a fake apostle, Promoting himself, Lying to the corinthians, Keeping offering money, Writing stern letters but not backing it up with actions.

How does Paul answer each accusation? A fraud would have given up a long time ago, 2 Cor 4:5 You see, we dont go around preaching about ourselves we preach that Jesus Christ is Lord and we are ourselves are your servant for Jesus christ sake, 2 Cor 1:23 Now i call upon God as my witness that i am telling the truth. The reason i didnt return to corinth was to spare them from a severe rebuke. 2 Cor 8:20-21 Traveling together to guard against any circumsicion for the way they were handling this generous gift, but they also want everyone else.

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.