What part of the New Testament did Paul author?

• A. Only the Gospels
• B. A large part, including letters to various churches and individuals.
• C. The book of Revelation
• D. Only short epistles

Answer: (B)

Paul’s writings form a large portion of the New Testament, mainly as letters to churches and to individuals. He traveled as a missionary to spread the gospel, established communities, and then wrote extensive letters to address doctrine, ethics, and pastoral concerns, guiding these groups in their faith and practice. These epistles include Romans, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, Philemon, and the Pastoral Epistles (1 and 2 Timothy, Titus). The Gospels were written by Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, not Paul, and Revelation is traditionally attributed to John the Apostle. Some of Paul’s letters are long, so they aren’t “only short epistles.” That combination—letters to churches and individuals—best reflects Paul’s contribution to the New Testament.