Pronunciation in Romans 16

This week is unusual in that is includes a plethora of names.  The book of Romans was written in Greek, but has been translated for us into English.  But you can't translate names - they're the same in any language.  If you're having trouble with any of them, check out the pronunciation guide below.

Those Paul is Greeting:

Person	Pronunciation
Phoebe	“Fee-bee”
Prisca and Aquila	“Pris-ka” and “Uh-quill-uh”
Epaenetus	“Ep-en-ee-tus”
Mary	“Mare-ee”
Andronicus and Junia	“An-dro-nie-kus” and “Jew-nee-uh”
Ampliatus	“Am-plee-at-us”
Urbanus and Stachys	“Ur-ban-us” and “Stack-iss”
Apelles	“App-el-ess”
The family of Aristobulus	“Air-ist-ah-buh-luss”
Herodion	“Hair-oh-dee-on”
The family of Narcissus	“Nar-sis-us”
Tryphaena and Tryphosa and Persis	“Triff-ay-nuh” and Triff-oh-suh” and “Per-sis-us”
Rufus	“Roo-fuss”
Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermes, Patrobas, Hermas, and the brothers	“Uh-sink-rit-us” and “Fleg-on” and “Her-mees”, and “Pat-robe-us” and “Her-muss”
Philologus, Julia, Nereus and his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints	“Fill-oh-log-uss” and “Jew-lee-uh” and “Ner-ay-us” and “Oh-lim-puss”

Those Sending Greetings Through Paul

Person	Pronunciation
Timothy	“Tim-Oh-Thee”
Lucius	“Lou-see-us”
Jason	“Jay-son”
Sosipater	“So-she-pay-ter”
Tertius	“Terr-she-us”
Gaius	“Guy-us”
Erastus and Quartus	“Air-as-tuss” and “Quart-uss”

Gift Game Help

It's still a few weeks away (January 10), but the Quiz Team Christmas Party is coming!  Every year some people have NO problem thinking of ideas for presents for the gift game at the Quiz Team Christmas party. ...And every year some people are ABSOLUTELY stumped. If you need some ideas, here are a few popular ideas from past years.

• Nerf toys (guns, balls, etc.)
• Tool sets
• Bible-themed toys
• Christian CDs
• Candy
• Gift Cards

Special after-Christmas sales are a good time to pick up presents for cheap.  Keep an eye out! Your gift may be the one most-traded this year.

Gift Game Help

Every year some people have NO problem thinking of ideas for presents for the gift game at the Quiz Team Christmas party. ...And every year some people are ABSOLUTELY stumped. If you need some ideas, here are a few popular ideas from past years.

• Nerf toys (guns, balls, etc.)
• Tool sets
• Bible-themed toys
• Christian CDs
• Candy
• Gift Cards

If the weather should turn nasty, be sure to keep your eyes here on QuizPad.Com for any announcements. We have had to postpone the party before for safety reasons, but at the moment weather reports indicate a quiet day for Friday.

BONUS: A Memory Aid for Matthew 5:3-8

Having a tough time learning this week's material?  Sometimes lacking a narrative flow (i.e. a story) can  make learning a bit difficult.  Why not try something new?  Click here to download a free MP3 for a praise song patterned on Matthew 5:3-8 (all the "Blessed are" lines).  If you learn this song, you'll know a good chunk of the chapter!

Matthew 5:3-8 

“Blessed are the poor in spirit,
    for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn,
    for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
    for they will inherit the earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
    for they will be filled.
Blessed are the merciful,
    for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart,
    for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
    for they will be called children of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
    for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."

DON'T FORGET: Review the Reference & FTV questions!

As you are reviewing the chapters these next few weeks, don't forget to go over the list of special questions. This is especially useful if you've fallen behind on your studying, but still want to make a difference, because references and FTVs are from a specific, finite list, instead of being all three books. Consider this as a way to get ahead or stay ahead!

Reference Questions: Click here!

Finish the Verse Questions: Click here!

Gift Game Help

Every year some people have NO problem thinking of ideas for presents for the gift game at the Quiz Team Christmas party. ...And every year some people are absolutely stumped. If you need some ideas, here are a few popular ideas from past years.

• Nerf toys (guns, balls, etc.)
• Tool sets
• Bible-themed toys
• Christian CDs
• Candy
• Gift Cards

If the weather should turn nasty, be sure to keep your eyes here on QuizPad.Com for any announcements. We have had to postpone the party before for safety reasons, although obviously we're hoping for no issues on Friday.

Theology of 2 Peter

Every writer has an intent when he puts pen to paper (or has his scribe do so). What are the underlying themes and theology of 2 Peter? And what does he see as most important?

Eschatology is the dominant theological focus in 2 Peter, with an emphasis on the certainty of divine judgment on ungodliness and apostasy. This judgment has happened in the past, continues in the present, and will find ultimate expression on the day of the Lord ( 3:10 ). This is proven by the destruction of the ancient world in its ungodliness, the continuing detention of insubordinate angels, and the catastrophic destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah for their evil and immorality ( 2:4-10 )...

The final judgment of ungodly persons will occur at the second coming of Christ ( 1:16 ; 3:4 ). It will be so severe and comprehensive that it will include the destruction of the heavens, the earth, and everything in them. All evil will be brought under the scrutiny of God and will be punished by him ( 2 Peter 3:5-7 2 Peter 3:10-12 ).

Outline of 2 Peter

So, we've seen the outline/structure of Hebrews and 1 Peter. What about 2 Peter? How does the structure work itself out?

I. Salutation (1:1-2)

II. The Certainty of the Believers’ Salvation (1:3-21)

A. Its Subjective Basis: The Work of God (1:3-11)
B. Its Objective Basis: The Word of God (1:12-21)


III. The Deception of the False Teachers’ Message (2:1–3:16)

A. Their Antinomianism (2:1-22)
B. Their Denial of the Lord’s Return (3:1-16)


IV. Conclusion (3:17-18)

A. Summary of Letter (3:17)
B. Benediction (3:18)

Theology of 1 Peter

Every book of the Bible has a theme and/or story to tell. 1 Peter is no different. And unsurprisingly, considering the author, it is all about standing firm under persecution.

First Peter was written as a circular letter to churches in five provinces of northwestern Asia Minor. Because of their conversion to Christ these people had been alienated from their culture and their former friends ( 1 Peter 1:14 1 Peter 1:18 ; 2:9 ; 4:3-4 ), and the letter encourages them in the midst of slander, personal abuse, and ostracism ( 1:6 ; 2:12 ; 3:15-16 ; 4:4 ). Peter instructs them to understand their sufferings as an emulation of the passion of Christ ( 2:21 ; 4:13 ), to anticipate the glory they will enjoy when Christ is revealed to the whole world ( 1:13 ; 4:13 ), and to recognize that the church has become their primary social group ( 2:1-10 ; 3:8-12 ; 4:7-11 ). The message of this letter is the genuine grace of God ( 5:12 ) to be realized in their disciplined response to persecution.

Outline of 1 Peter

Outlines help us to organize our thoughts and learning. Bible.Org's outline of 1 Peter can be very useful.

I. Salutation (1:1-2)


II. The Identity of the People of God (1:3–2:10)

A. A Precious Salvation (1:3-12)
B. A New Way of Life (1:13-25)
C. A Chosen Priesthood (2:1-10)


III. The Responsibilities of the People of God (2:11–4:11)

A. Summary: The Mission of God’s People in the World (2:11-12)
B. Respect: The Key to Living in the World (2:13–3:12)
C. Doing Good: The Promise of Vindication (3:13–4:6)
D. Mutual Love: The Key to Christian Community in the End Times (4:7-11)


IV. The Responsibilities of a Church and its Elders in the Midst of Trials (4:12–5:11)

A. The Fiery Trial (4:12-19)
B. The Responsibilities of a Church in the Midst of Trials (5:1-11)


V. Concluding Remarks (5:12-14)

A. Purpose of Epistle (5:12)
B. Final Greetings (5:13-14)

Gift Game Help

Every year some people have NO problem thinking of ideas for presents for the gift game at the Quiz Team Christmas party. ...And every year some people are absolutely stumped. If you need some ideas, here are a few popular ideas from past years.

• Nerf toys (guns, balls, etc.)
• Tool sets
• Bible-themed toys
• Christian CDs
• Candy
• Gift Cards

If the weather should turn nasty, be sure to keep your eyes here on QuizPad.Com for any announcements. We have had to postpone the party before for safety reasons, although obviously we're hoping for no issues on Friday.