Twenty seven books and four genres of the New Testament
Every one of them is God-inspired with words heaven sent
A group of ENCS members spent six weeks on L two one five
A chronological overview and sharing brought the NT alive
The gospels provide an account of Jesus’ life and ministry
Acts is a narrative that embodies the first church history
The epistles are letters written to encourage and teach
On the apocalypse Revelation does prophesy and preach
Matthew is considered the gospel written to the Jews
To persuade them that Jesus is the Messiah, the good news
In style, it is thematic, didactic, and extremely structured
Effectively linking the Old and New Testaments, so we heard
Mark is considered the easiest gospel to read, full of action
Interpreted from Peter, it is focused on the Roman faction
Containing lots of vivid detail, candor, and essential facts
It equips believers to preach and to endure hostile acts
Luke is often considered the gospel written for the Gentiles
It is clearly the most literary skilful of the four gospel styles
Written to men and women of all ages from every nation
Because Jesus Christ offers everybody eternal salvation
John is considered the love gospel, written for the world
Seven spiritually deep signs of wonder were unfurled
Three reasons for unbelief despite power Jesus did wield
Through seven ‘I am’ statements Christ’s deity is revealed
Written by Luke, Acts is in fact the gospel's continuation
For Peter and others the Spirit caused a celebration
Paul’s four missionary journeys went to several places
Sharing the Word despite duress, thanks to God's graces
James is the letter of true religion, with a focus on faith
"Faith without works is dead” he authoritatively did saith
The letter focuses more on conduct more than on creed
About practical morality via visual metaphors we do read
Galatians was Paul's first epistle, “The Freedom Letter”
The Judaizers' false teachings were an evil trend setter
Reflecting Paul’s agitation about thoughts so corrupt
His writing style was passionate, bold, and even abrupt
Thessalonians focuses on persecution and Christ’s return
Paul wrote them to allow the readers the truth to discern
About the second coming, new believers were confused
In the midst of persecution, Paul told them to be enthused
First Corinthians addressed problems in the new church
Paul moved on but did not want to leave them in a lurch
Dealing with issues of division, lawsuits, and immorality
Plus questions on marriage and spiritual gifts we do see
Second Corinthians served as Paul’s apostolic defense
Responding in detail to opposition which did commence
As a result it was his most personal and emotional letter
By sharing his struggles, the message was even better
Romans is viewed as Paul’s “Magnum Opus” by most
Presenting the gospel very logically, not as a riposte
All of mankind has sinned but Christ has paid the price
Salvation is available to all as faith alone will suffice
Paul wrote Colossians during his first imprisonment
To expose heresy about self-salvation was the intent
Jesus became a man so He might all people redeem
Strict observance of rituals is actually a flawed scheme
Philemon was a very personal letter from Paul we see
The most pervasive theme is the proper use of authority
Ephesians said not to judge others from another nation
Akin to Colossians, doctrine was linked to application
Philippians is emotional yet is Paul’s “Joy and Crown”
Focusing on joy and the gospel when you boil it down
Paul wrote First Timothy as “The Pastor’s Handbook”
It is personal in nature as well as practical in outlook
About good deeds and sound doctrine, Titus is filled
Obedience and good works upon God’s grace do build
Second Timothy was the Apostle Paul’s “Swan Song”
A final exhortation to endure suffering and stay strong
Hebrews' authorship and date remain a great mystery
Persecution was faced, not for the first time in history
Christ is our mediator who offers hope and provision
His sacrifice and promises are presented with precision
First Peter can be referred to as “The Enemy Without”
Encouraging persecuted believers in case of doubt
The “already, not yet” tension of the New Testament
Explains why it is important that Christ was sent
Second Peter refocused on “The Enemy Within"
As heretical thoughts looked like they might win
The main points are similar to Jude in many spots
These words reflected the disciple's final thoughts
Oft-neglected Jude addresses destructive heresies
By studying His word and praying we do God please
First, Second, and Third John targeted the gnostics
Love, truth, and obedience are the appropriate mix
“The Book of Last Things”, Revelation John did write
For seven churches, their issues brought into the light
On the prophecy and Millennium, there are varied views
But what matters is how the story ends - the good news!
