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.
Theme
Progressive sanctification 
Central message
Paul'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 
Date
Paul 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.
Authorship
2 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.
Theme
The 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 Message
Paul'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 
Date
Galatians is likely the first New Testament book to be written, composed sometime soon
after AD 49.
Authorship
Galatians 1:1 clearly identifies the apostle Paul as the writer of the epistle to the
Galatians.
Theme
A person is justified through faith in Christ’s death , not by works of the law
Central Message
Paul'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
Date
According to tradition, the Apostle Paul wrote the letter while he was in prison in Rome
around 60-62AD
Authorship
There 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.
Theme
Unity in Christ 
Central Message
Paul 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 
Date
Most scholars believe the letter was written around AD 62, while Paul was imprisoned in
Rome.
Authorship
Philippians is one of the Apostle Paul's four Prison Epistles..
Theme
Joy, rejoicing in the lord
Central Message
The 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 
Date
The developed theology of the letter, many believe, indicates that it was either composed
by Paul in Rome about 61-62 CE.
Authorship
The 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’
Theme
The theme was Christ as the head of the universal church and to provide the early
Christians with substantial evidence of Jesus' divinity. 
Central Message
Paul 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 
Date
A 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
Theme
Expectations of Christ’s return , encourage one another.
Central Message
For 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