1.

Romans
Date:Letter of Paul to the Romans, also called Epistle of St. Paul the Apostle to the
Romans.It was probably composed at Corinth in about 57 AD and 59AD
Authorship:The significance of Paul's authorship, goes far beyond purely academic
considerations.His background as a Jewish scholar and Roman citizen who had been
constantly exposed to Greek culture not only made him eminently suitable for the work
of an apostle in the first century, but it fitted him uniquely to address the specific
situation of the Roman Church.
Theme:The main theme is God’s plan of salvation and righteousness 
Central message:The book contains Paul's most complete statement of his message.Paul
begins the letter by stating clearly the real good news is not about the emperor or the
empire. The real power for salvation comes from God, not the emperor or the
empire. The central message of Romans is that all people everywhere have free access to
the riches of God’s grace in Christ as they respond in faith to the gospel. In his own Son,
God has made a way for lost people to be restored to him—lost people whether they are
Greeks or barbarians, wise or foolish. The Book of Romans tells us about God, who He is
and what He has done. It tells us of Jesus Christ, what His death accomplished. It tells us
about ourselves, what we were like without Christ and who we are after trusting in Christ.
Paul points out that God did not demand men have their lives straightened out before
coming to Christ. While we were still sinners Christ died on a cross for our sins.
2. 1corinthians 
Date:The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians, was probably written about 53-
54 CE at Ephesus
Authorship:The Book of 1 Corinthians is one of 13 or 14 letters that Paul wrote.. They
all show the same style of careful explanations, wise advice, and knowledge of the Old
Testament .Paul gives his own name as the author in 1Corinthians 1:1.
ThemeProgressive sanctification 
Central messagePaul's First Letter to the Corinthians was written to deal with problems
ofChristian life and faith that had arisen in the church which Paul had established at
Corinth.The apostle's, chief concerns are with problems such as divisions and immorality
in the church, and with questions about sex and marriage, matters of conscience, church
order, gifts of the Holy Spirit, and the resurrection.With deep insight he shows how the
Good News speaks to these questions The message of 1 Corinthians is follower of
Jesus are held to a standard of integrity and morally as we seek to represent
his new way of life to our communities.Paul addresses a variety of
experiences and seeks to help the church see them through the lens of the
Gospel message

3. 2 Corinthians 
DatePaul wrote 2 Corinthians from Macedonia in 55 or 56 AD, roughly a year after
writing 1 Corinthians and a year before he wrote his letter to the Romans from Corinth.
Authorship2 Corinthians 1:1 gives the name of Paul as the author. That does not surprise
us. The book is very similar to Paul's other letters ,but especially to the Book of 1
Corinthians.
ThemeThe central theme of 2 Corinthians is the relationship between suffering and the
power of the Spirit in Paul’s apostolic life, ministry, and message. Paul’s defensive of his
ministry
Central MessagePaul's Second Letter to the Corinthians was written during a difficult
period in his relations with the church at Corinth. He wanted the church to move to
complete obedience and those who had yet to repent to do so.He also wanted the church
to follow through on their commitment to the collection for the saints in Jerusalem and to
reject the so-called ‘ministry ‘of the interlopers. To these ends, Paul attempted to answer
various charges leveled against him and, correspondingly, to commend his ministry to the
Corinthians, drawing the church back into a healthy relationship with himself, his
mission, and God. 
4. Galatians 
DateGalatians is likely the first New Testament book to be written, composed sometime
soon after AD 49.
AuthorshipGalatians 1:1 clearly identifies the apostle Paul as the writer of the epistle to
the Galatians.
ThemeA person is justified through faith in Christ’s death , not by works of the law
Central MessagePaul's Letter to the Galatians was written in order to bring back to true
faith and practice those people who were being misled by this false teaching.Paul begins
by defending his right to be called an apostle of Jesus Christ.He insists that his call to be
an apostle came from God, not from any human authority and that his mission was
especially to the non-Jews. Then he develops the argument that it is by faith alone that
people are put right with God. In the concluding chapters Paul shows that Christian
conduct flows naturally from the love that results from faith in Christ. Galatians teaches
that believers are justified by Jesus alone. They are a part of a diverse family and
equipped by the Spirit to love God and others. Galatians teaches that believers are
justified by Jesus alone.
5. Ephesians
DateAccording to tradition, the Apostle Paul wrote the letter while he was in prison in
Rome around 60-62AD
AuthorshipThere are a number of similarities between this letter and the one to the
Colossians. Paul wrote both letters about the same time, during his first imprisonment in
Rome. No doubt, the congregations had similar needs.
ThemeUnity in Christ 
Central MessagePaul shows that it is Jehovah’s purpose to restore unity among all His
intelligent creatures, and he tells of the roles that Christ’s sacrifice and the “gifts in men”
play to that end. Following Christ’s example and being “in subjection to one another”
contribute to unity in Christian families. —. Paul's Letter to the Ephesians is concerned
first of all with"God's plan..to bring all creation together, everything in heaven and on
earth; with Christ as head'. It is also an appeal to God's people to live out the meaning of
this great plan for the unity of mankind through oneness with Jesus Christ.The writer
develops the theme of unity by speaking of the way in which God the Father has chosen
his people, how they are forgiven and set free from their sins through Jesus Christ the
Son, how God's great promise is guaranteed by the Holy Spirit.He appeal to the readers to
live in such a way that their oneness in Christ may become real in their life together.
Several figures of speech are used to show the oneness of God's people in union with
Christ: the church is like a body, with Christ as the head; or like a building, with Christ as
the cornerstone; or like a wife, with Christ as the husband.
6. Philippians 
DateMost scholars believe the letter was written around AD 62, while Paul was
imprisoned in Rome.
AuthorshipPhilippians is one of the Apostle Paul's four Prison Epistles..
ThemeJoy, rejoicing in the lord
Central MessageThe main message of the book of Philippians is to encourage the church
to work out their differences, have faith, and continue to believe in Christ. Throughout
the whole book, Paul pours out his heart concerning the Christian walk. He talks about
his own struggle and imprisonment. He appreciates their concern towards him.Philippians
can be called “Resources Through Suffering.” The book is about Christ in our life, Christ
in our mind, Christ as our goal, Christ as our strength, and joy through suffering.
7. Colossians 
DateThe developed theology of the letter, many believe, indicates that it was either
composed by Paul in Rome about 61-62 CE.
AuthorshipThe author claims to be paul the apostle .There is no doubt to this
conclusion.It has every mark of Paul’s style and ‘there is no evidence that anyone else
took Paul’s name to palm off this striking and vigorous polemic’
ThemeThe theme was Christ as the head of the universal church and to provide the early
Christians with substantial evidence of Jesus' divinity. 
Central MessagePaul is reminding Christians that they are recipients of grace. They now
belong to God through the Lord Jesus. They have a hope and a future with God forever.
However, those who don’t know Christ do not. Colossians addresses problems in the
church and challenges believers to examine their lives and be transformed through the
love of Jesus. Colossians addresses problems in the church and challenges believers to
examine their lives and be transformed through the love of Jesus.
8. 1 Thessalonians 
DateA majority of modern New Testament scholars date 1 Thessalonians to 49-51 AD,
during Paul's 18-month stay in Corinth coinciding with his second missionary journey.
Authorship:Paul had apparently been in Corinth for some time before Gallio arrived,
and wrote 1 Thessalonians shortly after his arrival in Corinth
ThemeExpectations of Christ’s return , encourage one another.
Central MessageFor the most part, the letter is personal in nature, with only the final two
chapters spent addressing issues of doctrine, almost as an aside. Paul's main purpose in
writing is to encourage and reassure the Christians there. Paul urges them to go on
working quietly while waiting in hope for the return of Christ. Paul's, First Letter to the
Thessalonians was then written to encourage and reassure the Christians there. He gives
thanks for the news about their faith and love; he reminds them of the kind of life he had
lived while he was with them.
9. 2 Thessalonians 
Date:Scholars who support its authenticity view it as having been written around 51–52
AD, shortly after the First Epistle.
Authorship;As he did in 1 Thessalonians, Paul twice identified himself as the author of
this epistle
Theme:Understanding the return of Christ 
Central Message:Paul's Second Letter to the Thessalonians deals with the belief that the
day of the Lord's coming had already arrived.Paul corrects this idea, pointing out that
before Christ returns, evil and wickedness will reach a climax under the leadership of a
mysterious figure called"the Wicked One," who would be opposed to Christ.The apostle
emphasizes the need for his readers to remain steady in their faith in spite of trouble and
suffering, to work for a living as did Paul and his fellow-workers, and to persevere in
doing good
10. 1 Timothy 
Date :64CE
Authorship:The author of 1 Timothy was considered to be Paul. Paul’s name, as the
author, is cited in the text .
Theme:Instruction for church organization
Central Message:Paul's First Letter to Timothy deals with three main concerns
The letter is first of all a warning against false teaching in the church
This teaching, a mixture of Jewish and non-Jewish ideas, was based on the
belief that the physical world is evil and that one can attain salvation only
by special secret knowledge and by practices such as avoiding certain foods
and not marrying. The letter also contains instructions about church
administration and worship, with a description of the kind of character that
church leaders and helpers should have. Finally, Timothy is advised how
to be a good servant of Jesus Christ and about the responsibilities that he
has towards various groups of believers
11. 2 Timothy 
Date;Paul wrote 2 Timothy from a dark and damp Roman prison cell, just before his
death in AD 67.
Authorship:The apostle paul wrote 2 Timothy
Theme:Endurance and Christian ministry 
Central Message :Paul was passing the mantle of ministry to his son in the faith
and urged him to persevere in strength and faithfulness (2:1). He also
understood that, despite Timothy's soundness in doctrine and personal
godliness, he was prone to waver. He therefore reminded him that "God
has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline" and lovingly
commanded him"not to be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord,’’to 
"retain the standard of sound words which you have heard from me, in the faith and love
which are in. Christ Jesus," to"guard, through the Holy Spirit who dwells in us, the
treasure which has been entrusted to you,’to"be diligent to present yourself approved to
God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, handling accurately the word of
truth," to "flee from youthful lusts, and pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace and to
avoid being caught up in"foolish and ignorant speculations" .Paul wanted Timothy to
fully understand that he like the apostle himself, was under divine compulsion as a
minister of Jesus Christ .Paul wanted Timothy to understand that these were not merely
suggestions from a loving friend and adviser but were divinely inspired commands from
an apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ.In its wider purpose, the epistle is a call for every
believer to seek strength and pursue faithfulness in spiritual service.
12. Titus 
Date:Paul wrote his letter to Titus in AD 63-65, after the apostle’s release from his first
Roman imprisonment. 
Authorship:Paul identified himself as the author of the letter to Titus, calling himself a
“bond-servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ”
Theme:Instructions about faith and conduct 
Central Message:Titus is an incredibly short letter but is packed with vital information
for Christians to be edified and encouraged by.This letter focuses heavily on Christians
doing good works as a Christian duty and how this duty is impacted by redemption and
righteousness through Christ. The letter urges Titus to appoint worthy elders to
positions of responsibility, to preach sound doctrine, and to exemplify in his own life
the virtues that are expected of all Christians. It warns against the disruptive influence
of “Jewish myths” and teachings put forward by “those of the circumcision.”
13. Philemon 
Date:
The Book of Philemon was written in approximately A. D. 60.
Authorship
At only two periods of church history has the Pauline authorship of
Philemon been questioned ..The book itself claims Paul as it’s author in three places . Not
surprisingly,Pauline authorship is universally accepted today 
Theme
The theme of Paul’s letter is appealing for forgiveness,,the brotherhood of all believers
and also the power of the gospel to transform individual lives and human relationships 
Central Message
The message of Philemon is a story of forgiveness,reconciliation Paul therefore urged his
friend Philemon to form a new relationship with Onesimus, his runaway slave. While
passing no judgment on slavery itself, Paul exhorts Philemon to manifest true Christian
love, which removes barriers between enslaved people and free people. From
Ephesus, where he was imprisoned