Bible Outlines

[Zguy28]

Originally Posted by StoneThrower

Z, I think he wanted you to tell him that its part of your course of study for your degree, and what that degree is.

The degree is not that important. I'm actually enjoying the learning!

[Zguy28]

Originally Posted by onel0126

Don't see any reference to Matt 16 and the whole institution of the Pope thingy

Good luck with your studies Z!

Because its not there! ZING!

In all seriousness, I may not believe in the Petrine supremacy with regards to the Roman See, but I do believe the rock referenced by Christ in that passage does indeed refer to Simon Peter in his early leadership role among the disciples (especially Pentecost).

I also realize I am in the minority amongst my brethren.

[cheezgrits]

Originally Posted by Zguy28

The degree is not that important. I'm actually enjoying the learning!

Thanks for the answer. I was just wondering why, that answered it.

And good luck and best wishes on your degree if that's what you're pursuing.

ST, his degree won't impress me, I've got multiple...wanna compare?

[Zguy28]

Outline: 1 Thessalonians

I. Introduction and Personal Expressions of Thanksgiving 1 – 3
II. Practical Instructions in Light of the Day of the Lord 4 – 5

Outline: 2 Thessalonians

I. Greeting and Commendation – 1
II. More teaching on the Day of the Lord – 2
III. Exhortations for Specific Problems in the Church – 3

Key Facts:
Author: Paul
Date: 50 AD
Provenance: Corinth
Occasion: Persecution of the Thessalonians and confusion regarding the end time.
Purpose: To encourage persecuted believers, defend Paul's integrity, and clarify Paul's eschatological teachings.

[Zguy28]

1 Corinthians Outline - major topics
I. Division in the church 1 – 4
II. Disorder in the church 5 – 6
III. Remarriage 7
IV. Christian liberty, paganism, and worship 8 - 11
V. Spiritual gifts and Christian liberty 12-14
VI. Resurrection 15
VII. Collection for the poor, conclusion 16


Occasion
• Partisan groups 1:11
• Personal attacks against Paul 4:3, 15:9, 9:1-3
• Abuses of the Lord’s table 11:17-34
• Infamous immorality 5:1-5, 6:12-20
• Lawsuits among believers 6:1-8
• Abuse of spiritual gifts 12-14
• False Doctrine esp. Resurrection 15

Key Facts:
Author: Paul the Apostle
Date 53-54 (Third Missionary Journey)
Provenance: Ephesus

[Zguy28]

2 Corinthians Outline

I. Greetings and Thanksgiving 1
II. Paul’s Apostolic Ministry 1 – 7
A. His Plans 1 – 2
B. The character of his ministry 3 – 7
III. The Collection for the Saints 8 – 9
IV. Paul Defends his Apostleship 10 – 13
V. Conclusion

Key Facts:
Author: Paul the Apostle
Date: 54-55 (Third Missionary Journey)
Provenance: Macedonia, possibly Philippi
Occasion: Titus's report on the condition of the church followed by additional information regarding the intrusion of false apostles.

Many believe it is actually two letters, but a more likely scenario is that Paul had penned 1-9 and then received additional news regarding the false apostles.

[Zguy28]

Romans Outline

I. Depravity of Man 1 – 3
II. Justification by Faith 3 – 5
III. Abiding Results of Salvation 6 – 8
IV. God’ Sovereignty: Israel, Election, and Salvation 9 – 11
V. Christian Living in Light of Salvation 12 – 15
VI. Conclusion 15 – 16

Central Theme: the Gospel is the power of God for salvation for both Jew and Gentile alike.

Key Facts:
Author: Paul the Apostle
Date: mid to late 50's
Provenance: Greece, probably Corinth
Purpose: to promote unity by focusing on the Gospel

[Zguy28]

Philippians Outline

I. Paul’s present circumstances – 1
II. Three examples of unity (Jesus, Timothy, Epaphroditus) – 2
III. False Teachers (danger to unity) - 3
IV. The Philippians and Unity - 4

Key Facts
Author: Paul the Apostle
Provenance: Rome (1st of the Prison Epistles) during first Roman imprisonment. Some scholars believe it could also have been written in Caesarea or Ephesus.
Date: ~59 AD
Purpose: To promote Gospel-centered unity for the sake of the advancing of the Gospel.

Chapter 2 includes what is considered to be an early hymn to Christ.

Jesus provides the ultimate example of humility and selflessness, which is to also characterize his disciples.

[Zguy28]

Ephesians Outline

Theology
I. Election – 1
II. Justification by Faith - 2
III. The mystery of Christ - 3

Application
IV. Walk worthy of your calling - 4
V. Be imitators of God - 5
VI. Other Family Relationships – 6

Key Chapter Events
• Paul’s prayer for the Ephesians - 1
• Faith, not Works - 2
• Spiritual Gifts - 4
• Marriage - 5
• Armor of God - 6

Related Themes
• God’s Greatness 1:3
• The Exalted Christ 1:21-22
• The Present Aspects of Salvation 2:8-9
• The present position of believers 1:13-14, 2:5
• The Unity and maturity of believers 4:1
• The present walk of believers 5:1
• The present spiritual battle 6:10-20

Key Facts
Author: Paul the Apostle
Provenance: Rome (2nd Prison Epistle), during 1st Roman imprisonment.
Date: ~60 AD
Destination: Ephesus or circular*
Theme: summing up of all things in Christ.

*Some external evidence points to early manuscripts not containing "at Ephesus" in the greeting.