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New Testament Summary
The 27 books of the New Testament
are categorized into five groups: the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke,
and John), the book of Acts, the thirteen Pauline Epistles (letters by or
attributed to Paul), the seven General Epistles (letters to large groups of
Christians, not written by Paul), and the book of Revelation. These
categories describe the New Testament's narrative style and content, which
focuses on Jesus Christ and the early church's foundation and growth.
The
Gospels
What they are: The four books
that recount the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ from
different perspectives.
Books:
Matthew
This is an account of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection,
focusing on Jesus’ role as the true king of the Jews.
Mark
This is an account of
Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection, focusing on Jesus’ role as the true king
of the Jews.
Luke
Luke writes the most
thorough account of Jesus’ life, pulling together eyewitness testimonies to
tell the full story of Jesus.
John
John lists stories of signs and
miracles with the hope that readers will believe in Jesus.
Acts
What it is: A single historical account detailing the expansion of the early church and the works of the Apostles after Jesus's ascension.
Book:
Acts of the Apostles
Jesus returns to the Father, the Holy Spirit comes to the church, and the gospel of Jesus spreads throughout the world.
Pauline
Epistles
What they
are:
Thirteen
letters (epistles) written by the Apostle Paul to specific churches or
individuals, offering guidance, correction, and encouragement.
Books:
Romans
Paul summarizes how the gospel
of Jesus works in a letter to the churches at Rome, where he plans to visit.
1 Corinthians
Paul writes a disciplinary letter to a
fractured church in Corinth and answers some questions that they’ve had about
how Christians should behave.
2 Corinthians
Paul writes a letter of reconciliation to
the church at Corinth and clears up some concerns that they have.
Galatians
Paul hears that the Galatian churches have
been led to think that salvation comes from the law of Moses and writes a
(rather heated) letter telling them where the false teachers have it wrong.
Ephesians
Paul writes to the church at Ephesus about how to walk in grace, peace,
and love.
Philippians
An encouraging letter to the church of
Philippi from Paul, telling them how to stay united,
standing firm in faith.
Colossians
Paul writes the church at Colossae
a letter about who they are in Christ, and how to walk in Christ.
1 Thessalonians
Paul has heard a good report on the church
at Thessalonica and encourages them to “excel still more” in faith, hope,
and love.
2 Thessalonians
Paul instructs the Thessalonians on how to
stand firm until the coming of Jesus.
1 Timothy
Paul gives his protégé Timothy instruction
on how to lead a church with sound teaching and a godly example.
2 Timothy
Paul is nearing the end of his life and
encourages Timothy to continue preaching the word.
Titus
Paul advises Titus on how to lead orderly,
counter-cultural churches on the island of Crete.
Philemon
Paul strongly recommends that Philemon
accept his runaway slave as a brother, not a slave.
General (or
Catholic) Epistles
- What they are: Seven letters not written
by Paul but addressed to broad groups of believers, covering various
doctrinal and practical issues facing the early Christian communities.
Books:
Hebrews
A letter encouraging Christians to
cling to Christ despite persecution, because he is greater.
James
A letter telling Christians to live in ways that demonstrate their
faith in action
1 Peter
Peter writes to Christians who are being
persecuted, encouraging them to testify to the truth and live accordingly.
2 Peter
Peter writes a letter reminding Christians
about the truth of Jesus and warning them that false teachers will come.
1 John
John writes a letter to Christians about
keeping Jesus’ commands, loving one another, and important things they
should know.
2 John
A very brief letter about walking in
truth, love, and obedience.
3 John
An even shorter letter about Christian fellowship.
An even shorter letter about Christian fellowship.
Jude
A letter encouraging Christians to contend
for the faith, even though ungodly persons have crept in unnoticed.
Revelation
What it is: An apocalyptic
book providing visions of the End Times, affirming God's ultimate victory and
the redemption of His people.
Book:
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