Power in the Word (Bible Study) Answer Sheet 4/15/2026

                                                      F.S.M. BIBLE STUDY GUIDE

“Character Study On The Apostle Paul”

◊ Key reasons for Paul’s letters to the Churches:
● Correction and Discipline
* Paul addressed issues like immorality false teachings,
and internal divisions
● Theological Instruction
* He instructed churches on the gospel, grace, and
Christian living
● Encouragement and Pastoral Care
* He supported churches facing persecution, and
maintained communication when he could not visit in
person.
● Encouraging Unity
* He sought to ensure Jew-Gentile unity and
consistency across different churches

◊ Paul’s writing style (format)
● opening/greeting (including co-senders)
● thanksgiving
● body (doctrinal teaching)
● practical exhortations
● a personal conclusion

◊ Paul wrote 1 st Thessalonians primarily to:
● Encouragement in Persecution
● Addressing Misunderstandings about the Dead
● Encouraging Holy Living
● Defending His Ministry
● Reassuring the Second Coming

◊ Paul wrote 2 nd Thessalonians primarily to:
● Factionalism and Divisions
● Immorality and Ethical Failings
● Addressing Specific Questions
● Disorderly Worship
● Defending Key Doctrines