paul & his letters

• What was Paul's original name?

  Saul
• Where was Paul born?

  Tarsus
• What does it mean that Paul was a Jewish Pharisee?

  He strictly followed Jewish laws
• How did Saul view Christians before his conversion?

  He thought they were teaching false ideas
• Why did Saul persecute Christians?

  He believed they went against Jewish teachings
• What happened to Saul on his way to Damascus?

  A bright light flashed around him
• What did Saul hear when he fell to the ground?

  A voice asking why he was persecuting
• How long was Saul blind after his encounter?

  Three days
• Who was sent to heal Saul in Damascus?

  Ananias
• What did Saul do after regaining his sight?

  He got baptized
• How did Saul's life change after his conversion?

  He became Paul the missionary
• What was Paul's focus as a missionary?

  Teaching Gentiles about faith in Jesus
• What challenges did Paul face as a missionary?

  He was beaten, imprisoned, and shipwrecked
• Why did Paul never give up on his mission?

  He believed in God’s mission for him
• What are Paul's letters called?

  Epistles
• Why did Paul write letters to the churches?

  To encourage, teach, and correct mistakes
• What part of the Bible are Paul's letters included in?

  New Testament
• What is the significance of Paul's letters today?

  They guide Christians in faith and life
• What are the names of some of Paul's letters?

  • Romans
  • 1 & 2 Corinthians
  • Galatians
  • Ephesians
  • Philippians
  • Colossians
  • 1 & 2 Thessalonians
  • 1 & 2 Timothy
  • Titus
  • Philemon
• What is the main message of Romans?

  Faith in Jesus saves us
• What does Paul explain in Romans about salvation?

  We are saved by faith, not rules
• What themes are emphasized in 1 & 2 Corinthians?

  Love, unity, and spiritual gifts
• What does Paul tell the Galatians about Jewish laws?

  They don’t need to follow them to be saved
• What is the message of Ephesians regarding the Church?

  The Church is the Body of Christ
• What does Paul teach in Philippians about suffering?

  Have joy in suffering and trust God
• What does Paul encourage in Colossians?

  Live holy lives and focus on Christ
• What does Paul remind Christians in 1 & 2 Thessalonians?

  Be ready for Christ’s return
• What advice does Paul give in 1 & 2 Timothy?

  Advice on faith and leadership
• What is the main theme of Philemon?

  Forgiveness and kindness toward a former slave
• What does Romans 3:28 teach about justification?

  Justified by faith apart from works
• What does 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 say about love?

  Love is patient and kind
• What does Colossians 3:12 encourage Christians to do?

  Clothe yourselves with compassion and kindness
• What does Ephesians 2:8 remind us about salvation?

  Salvation is a gift from God
• What does Philippians 4:4 encourage us to do?

  Rejoice in the Lord always
• What does Romans 5:1 teach about faith?

  We have peace with God through faith
• What does Ephesians 4:32 teach about forgiveness?

  Forgive each other as God forgave you
• What does Philippians 4:13 say about strength?

  I can do all things through Christ
• What does 2 Timothy 4:2 encourage us to do?

  Be prepared to preach the word
• Why are Paul's letters still important today?

  • Teach us how to live as true Christians
  • Help us grow in faith, love, and unity
  • Remind us to stay strong in trials and trust Jesus
• How many books in the New Testament are attributed to Paul?

  13 books