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The apostle Paul wrote thirteen books of the New Testament. Here is a quick overview of each book.
Key Points:
- Romans: This is Paul’s masterpiece where he explains the deep need all of us have to be made right with God, and the fact that this is only possible through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross.
- 1 Corinthians: Paul points out the kinds of sins churches and Christians can fall into, and invites us to put away those sins and live a life that honors God.
- 2 Corinthians: In this letter, we learn about the new covenant that we are part of in Christ, which leads to a life of worship of God and service to others.
- Galatians: Paul demonstrates that salvation is only possible through faith in Christ. Any addition to faith is a compromise to the Gospel.
- Ephesians: Paul unpacks all the blessings that belong to us in Christ. He shows the nature of faith and the power of the church as the people of God.
- Philippians: This letter explains the deep joy we should have in life as Christians. Joy for today and joy for tomorrow.
- Colossians: Jesus is supreme above everything in creation. Because of his work on the cross, we can live lives that honor God. Paul shows us how.
- 1 Thessalonians: Paul gives us a glimpse of our future, talking about the return of Christ and how to prepare for it.
- 2 Thessalonians: Paul shares more about our future and the world’s future when Jesus returns.
- 1 Timothy: Paul explains the organization of the church that will lead to maturity.
- 2 Timothy: This is Paul’s final letter to the man he mentored. It’s a personal letter that shows us Paul’s heart for God.
- Titus: This letter to a young man and the church he served shows us how to help each other to maturity.
- Philemon: Paul writes this letter asking Philemon to forgive his runaway slave who has just become a Christian.
See Also: New Testament, Theology
Talk About It
- What is your initial reaction to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- How many of Paul’s letters have you read – all or in part?
- What is one important truth or lesson you remember from reading one of Paul’s letters? Why did this impact you?
- Look at the beginning of each book Paul wrote. Identify whether it was written to a person or to a church.
- As you look at the summary of each of Paul’s books, which one are you most interested in reading next? Explain.
- Write a personal action step based on this conversation.
