Selected Essays And Book Reviews

NBST 525 - New Testament Introduction

Lesson 22 - Paul's Eschalogical Epistles: 1 and 2 Thessalonians {217 words}

1. Thessalonians were among Paul's favorite people.

2. Attestation (external and internal evidence) and Author

a. Marcion, Clement of Rome, big three (Clement of Alexandria, Tertullian, Irenaeus), Ignatius, and Polycarp

b. Paul names himself as author

3. See writeup about Paul on pages 190-191 of Dr. Thiessen's book, Introduction to the New Testament.

4. This is the second missionary journey. He was there when Galleo was (Acts 18:12). Paul was brought before the BEMA judgment (50-52AD).

5. Purpose and Plan

a. Eschatology (last) - study of last things (2 books)

b. To get ready for the Second Coming

c. Bible does not show Rapture before or after Tribulation

6. Tribulation is seven years, based on Daniel 9:24-27.

					Tom of Bethany

"He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life." 
(I John 5:12)