During Paul’s missionary journeys he planted churches in various cities, each with its own people and culture. His involvement with these churches did not end after he left, but he wrote letters, continuing to disciple them and address different issues that had arisen. Each of Paul’s letters has a unique background that is easy to miss when we read them today. Journey back to discover the culture and background behind each letter, and better understand his message and apply God’s truth to your life today. 

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Paul’s Letters to Churches

Read the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans through the historical setting of his upcoming plans, and the racial prejudices held by the first century church in Rome, and understand the epistle’s message and how it challenges us to walk in unity with one another despite our differences.

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Romans Historical Background

Understanding the context of Paul’s complicated relationship with the Corinthians, and the Greco-Roman cultural practices that had permeated the church, help us to better evaluate our own lives as followers of Jesus in our world today.

In Part 1 of this two-part series, you will learn what the culture was like in first century Corinth before their first contact with the Gospel message through the Apostle Paul. You will also see how Paul established a thriving church in this city during his 18-month stay. In this video we cover everything until Paul departs this city. In Part 2 of our series, we look at all of Paul’s interactions with the church after he left, which led to the writing of both 1 & 2 Corinthians.

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1 & 2 Corinthians Historical Background - Part 1

Understanding the context of Paul’s complicated relationship with the Corinthians, and the Greco-Roman cultural practices that had permeated the church, help us to better evaluate our own lives as followers of Jesus in our world today.

In Part 2 of this two-part series, you will learn what happened within the church after the Apostle Paul left Corinth. You will discover how their Greco-Roman culture began to shape their faith in Jesus, leading to all sorts of questions and troubles within the church. These questions and troubles are what Paul seeks to address in both 1 & 2 Corinthians.

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1 & 2 Corinthians Historical Background - Part 2

Knowing the historical setting of the close yet complex differences between the early Christian community and a group called the Judaizers - specifically on the issue of Gentile conversion - is essential to understanding the message of Galatians. Justification comes through faith in Christ and not through works of the law!

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Galatians Historical Background

When you learn the culture and historical setting of ancient Ephesus, and the Apostle Paul’s relationship with this church, its message for us today becomes clear. Explore the question of identity and how to hold true to who God made us to be, amidst cultural pressures.

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Ephesians Historical Background

When you learn the culture and historical setting of ancient Philippi, and the Apostle Paul’s relationship with this church, its message for us today becomes clear. The answer to the pride that lay in the hearts of the Philippians, and in our hearts today, is found in imitating the example of Jesus.

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Philippians Historical Background

Understanding the culture and historical setting of ancient Colossae, and how their beliefs of mysticism and dualism crept into their faith is essential for studying Colossians, and applying the Apostle Paul’s message. Like the Colossians, we must make sure that the Bible is the lens through which we see our culture, rather than the reverse!

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Colossians Historical Background

Understanding the culture and historical setting of ancient Thessalonica, and how their beliefs were causing them to misunderstand some aspects of Christ’s Second Coming, will help you to understand and apply the Apostle Paul’s message. Like the Thessalonians, we must also live blamelessly and wait patiently for the Second Coming of Christ!


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