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    Essent - Unit 1 (Issue 2)

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    This document summarizes key aspects of establishing churches discussed in the New Testament. It outlines how Paul and other early leaders worked to preserve the truth and traditions taught by Jesus and the apostles. They established sound doctrines and patterns of thinking through Paul's letters. Paul nurtured churches he founded from a distance by sending representatives like Timothy and writing letters of encouragement. He modeled caring pastoral leadership and instructed communities on nurturing one another's faith even when leaders were absent.

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    This document summarizes key aspects of establishing churches discussed in the New Testament. It outlines how Paul and other early leaders worked to preserve the truth and traditions taught by Jesus and the apostles. They established sound doctrines and patterns of thinking through Paul's letters. Paul nurtured churches he founded from a distance by sending representatives like Timothy and writing letters of encouragement. He modeled caring pastoral leadership and instructed communities on nurturing one another's faith even when leaders were absent.

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    This document summarizes key aspects of establishing churches discussed in the New Testament. It outlines how Paul and other early leaders worked to preserve the truth and traditions taught by Jesus and the apostles. They established sound doctrines and patterns of thinking through Paul's letters. Paul nurtured churches he founded from a distance by sending representatives like Timothy and writing letters of encouragement. He modeled caring pastoral leadership and instructed communities on nurturing one another's faith even when leaders were absent.

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    ELECTIVE 2

    INTRODUCTION:
    This issue focuses on the process of founding the churches in the
    traditions and instructions and how the early leaders attempted to preserve
    the truth in the churches after they were established.

    OUTLINE OF BIBLICAL PASSAGE:


     Acts- From a theological standpoint acts was written to trace the
    development of the body of Christ (church).it is a book of
    transitions: from the gospels to the epistles (history), from Judaism
    to Christianity (religion), from law to grace and so on.
     2corinthians 10-13 are intended to expose false apostles.
     1 and 2 Thessalonians gives the direction for growth, the day of
    the lord and holy living.

    KEY FEATURES
     TRADITIONS:
    The term “tradition” (from Greek word “paradosis” that which passed on)
    refers to the teaching delivered by Paul and other apostles. Paul’s early writings
    were delivered to the church as a body of teachings that he is received from god.
    He says the people who not follow the traditions will be referred to
    someone who is out of step. Apostle’s teaching was briefly illustrated in acts.
    This teaching began orally and grew throughout the life of the church in the
    form of letters.

     PATTERNS:
    Two keywords which used are “attitude” which is the word refers to the
    pattern of thinking and living, and “standard” which refers to the rule of
    standard of faith delivered by Paul. He referred the body if truth is “faith”.

     SOUND DOCTRINE:

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    Paul began to focus on sound doctrines in his last two letters which were
    written to his two key leaders: Timothy and Titus. “Doctrine” means didachae
    which portrays the teachings of Paul. This teaching also centered the kerygma,
    the proclamation of gospel.

    ESTABLISHING THE THESSALONIANS COMMUNITY

    NURTURING THE CHURCH IN ABSENCE:

    Paul continued even his absence, to nurture the churches he had founded
    and shaped. Paul responds to the church in three ways: by sending timothy as
    his emissary, by writing the letter, and by directing them to continue among
    themselves what he taught. Paul prays for an opportunity to visit them and fill
    up what is lacking in their faith. Since it is impossible he writes a letter.

    Paul’s letter showing his love and pastoral sensitivity:

    Paul frequently expresses his concern about being separated in churches


    in 1thessalonians.He refers to himself by his name in order to heighten the
    emotional impact. He describes his affection for Thessalonians by mentioning
    they are his hope, joy, crown of victory and so on. He instructs and encourages
    individuals and communities. This shows the love bondage between the pastoral
    love and care for the believers.

    Paul’s associates in Thessalonians:

    As mission was a collective enterprise and that his co-workers Silas and
    Timothy performed a wide range of functions in Thessalonica in the absence of
    Paul. Timothy orally conveyed Paul’s concerns to the church. Church should be
    organized as whole including the believers who eager in taking part in missions.
    This shows the strong growth of the church in a spiritual way. The co-workers
    should cooperate with the pastor.

    Paul’s advices to empower believers:

    Paul gives advices on the matters of the conduct, and he portrays his self
    description by reminding them of his example. Today’s pastors should be the
    believer’s model like Paul.

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    Nurturing congregation:

    Paul expected Thessalonians to nurture when he was not with them and
    instructed his converts on their relationship with one another. Pastors should
    maintain the fellowship between the believers.

    Conclusion: Paul ends his letter with the thanksgivings that shows the closest
    relationship with his converts.

    Adrusta Mani Rao

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