Module 4

Discuss the issues regarding the location of the churches to which Paul wrote
Galatians. Give your view of whether the region referred to as “Galatia” represents a
Northern or Southern Galatia. Defend your view. Why is the location of the church
important?

Discuss the occasion and purpose for the writing of Galatians. Who were the opponents
of Paul in Galatia? What was the nature of the opponents’ doctrine, and how did Paul
respond to it?

Discuss the occasion and purpose for the writing of 1 & 2 Thessalonians. Who were the
opponents of Paul in Thessalonica? What was the nature of the opponents’ teaching,
and how did Paul respond to it?

Identify the various ways “flesh” is used in the Old Testament. In what ways does Paul
use this term? Give an example of how you would explain this concept to a modern
audience. How would you communicate the various nuances of this word?