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The New Testament contains 27 books: 4 Gospels, the book of Acts, the 14 Epistles of St. Paul, The Epistle of St. James, the 2 Epistles of St. Peter, the 3 Epistles of St. John, the Epistle of St. Jude, and the book of Revelation.

The Epistle of St. James, the 2 Epistles of St. Peter, the 3 Epistles of St. John, and the Epistle of St. Jude are called the Catholic (Universal) Epistles since the were written to all churches.

The two Epistles of St. Paul to Timothy and the Epistle of St. Paul to Titus are called the pastoral epistles since they focus on service and ministry.

1. Matthew - This is one of the four Gospels. Matthew was a tax collector who became a disciple of Jesus. This Gospel records the birth of Christ, John the Baptist baptizing, Satan's temptation of Jesus, the beatitudes, the sermon on the mount, a record of the twelve disciples, several parables, the transfiguration, many miracles, the last supper, the arrest, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus. The twelve disciples were Simon who was called Peter and Andrew his brother, James and John the sons of Zebedee, Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew the tax collector, James the son of Alphaeus, Lebbaeus whose surname was Thaddaeus, Simon the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot who also betrayed Him (Matthew 10:1-4).

2. Mark - Mark was not one of the 12 disciples but he was one of the 70 Apostles. This is the shortest of the four Gospels. This Gospel records miracles, parables, the last supper, the arrest, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus.

3. Luke - Luke was not one of the 12 disciples but he was one of the 70 Apostles. Luke records many parables, the birth of Christ, the birth of John the Baptist, John the Baptist baptizing, Satan's temptation of Jesus, Jesus appoints 70 other apostles, the last supper, the arrest, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus.

4. John - John was one of the twelve disciples. This Gospel records many things that the other Gospels do not. It records the personal encounters between Jesus and Nicodemus, the Samaritan woman, the man at the pool of Bethesda, the man born blind, Lazarus, Mary, and Martha. It also records many miracles, the last supper, the arrest, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus.

5. Acts - The book of Acts records the Acts and missionary work of the Apostles, mainly the Apostles Peter and Paul. It records the ascension of Christ, the day of Pentecost (the coming of the Holy Spirit), Peter's sermon in which 3000 were converted to the faith, and the birth of the church.

6. Romans - This is St. Paul's Epistle (letter) to the church in Rome. The Epistle talks about faith, salvation, God's plan for the Jews and Gentiles, our life in Christ: freedom from sin and death through baptism, and Christian life in the church and in the world.

7. First Corinthians - This is St. Paul's rst Epistle (letter) to the church in Corinth. Corinth is a city in Greece. This Epistle talks about church unity, purity, immorality, marriage, spiritual gifts and talents, and the resurrection.

8. Second Corinthians - This is St. Paul's second Epistle to the church in Corinth. The Epistle talks about reconciliation with God, giving, the life and duties of a servant of Christ.

9. Galatians - This is St. Paul's Epistle to the church in Galatia, which was a Roman province in Asia Minor. The Epistle talks about the true and false teachings of Christ, and how to live the true teachings of Christ. This Epistle contains the nine fruits of the Holy Spirit.

10. Ephesians - This is St. Paul's Epistle to the church in Ephesus, which is a city in Turkey. St. Paul talks about how to live as a Christian, the work of the Holy Spirit in our life, the blessings of Christ to the Church, our response to God's grace, and spiritual warfare: battling Satan and sin.

11. Philippians - This is St. Paul's Epistle to the church in Philippi, which is a city in Greece. St. Paul talks about humility, suering for Christ, giving all for Christ, being joyful, and how to deal with anxiety.

12. Colossians - This is St. Paul's Epistle to the church in Colosse, which was in Asia Minor near Ephesus (Turkey). This Epistle talks about doing God's will in our life, false spirituality, sacrificing for Christ, and the Christian home.

13. First Thessalonians - This is St. Paul's first Epistle to the church in Thessalonica, which is a city in Greece. The epistle talks about purity, holiness, and eternal life.

14. Second Thessalonians - This is St. Paul's second Epistle to the church in Thessalonica. This Epistle talks about holding firm onto the faith, preserving and holding on to our traditions, false traditions and true traditions.

15. First Timothy - This is St. Paul's first Epistle to Timothy. It is one of the three pastoral Epistles. This Epistle talks about service and ministry, being a good servant of Jesus Christ, qualifications of deacons and church servants, and honoring the elders.

16. Second Timothy - This is St. Paul's second Epistle to Timothy. It talks about being strong in the faith, how to overcome diculties in service, and spreading the Gospel.

17. Titus - This is St. Paul's Epistle to Titus. It is the third pastoral Epistle. He talks about the qualities of a successful church, dissensions in the church, and church elders.

18. Philemon - This is St. Paul's Epistle to Philemon. It is a personal letter asking Philemon to take Onesimus back. This Epistle teaches us a lot about love, forgiveness, and unity.

19. Hebrews - This is St. Paul's Epistle to Christians in Palestine who were on the point of giving up their Christian faith and returning to their Jewish beliefs. The Epistle talks about faith, hope, and how to make progress in our spiritual life.

20. James - This is the Epistle of St. James. The writer is James, the son of Alphaeus, one of the twelve disciples. The Epistle talks about overcoming trials and tribulations, faith and deeds, the tongue, being patient, humility, pride, and being judgemental.

21. First Peter - This is the first Epistle of St. Peter. He talks about being submissive to Christ, submission in marriage, submission to government, and Christ's suering.

22. Second Peter - This is the second Epistle of St. Peter. He talks about false teachings, spiritual growth through faith, and God's promises.

23. First John - This is the first Epistle of St. John. He talks about love of God, love of each other, knowing God through love, and being children of God.

24. Second John - This is the second Epistle of St. John. He talks about deceivers and those against Christ, and he talks about how to live according to Christ's commandments.

25. Third John - This is the third Epistle of St. John. He talks about genuine leadership and false leadership.

26. Jude - This is the Epistle of Jude. He talks about faith, unbelievers and those who do not walk in the faith, and maintaining our relationship with Christ.

27. Revelation - The is the book of the Revelation of John. The book talks about the second coming of Christ, the judgment, heaven, and hell.