| Book | Traditional Authorship | Common Scholarly View | Date Written | Key Verse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hebrews | Paul | Unknown Author | C. 80-90 C.E. | Heb 4:14 "We have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven." |
| James | James, brother of Jesus | Unknown Author | C. 70-90 C.E. | James 2:17 "Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead." |
| 1 Peter | Peter | Unknown Author | C. 70-90 C.E. | 1 Peter 1:7 "The genuineness of your faith... may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ." |
| 2 Peter | Peter | Unknown Author | C. 100-130 C.E. | 2 Peter 3:9 "The Lord is not slack concerning His promise... but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish." |
| 1 John | John | Unknown Author | C. 100 C.E. | 1 John 5:13 "I write these things to you who believe... that you may know you have eternal life." |
| 2 John | John | Unknown Author | C. 100 C.E. | 2 John 1:6 "This is love, that we walk according to His commandments." |
| 3 John | John | Unknown Author | C. 100 C.E. | 3 John 1:4 "I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth." |
| Jude | Jude, brother of James | Jude / Jude, the brother of Jesus / Unknown author | C. 60-100 C.E. | Jude 1:3 "I found it necessary to write to you exhorting you to contend earnestly for the faith." |
- Book 58: Hebrews
- This epistle presents Jesus as the ultimate revelation of God's love and mercy and is superior to all other mediators. Through deep theological exposition, the book demonstrates Christ's supremacy and His role as our high priest, encouraging believers to remain steadfast in their faith. (Read Hebrews now)
- Book 59: James
- Claiming to be written by Jesus' half-brother, The Epistle of James offers practical advice on living a genuine faith. It emphasizes the necessity of works accompanying faith, the power of the tongue, and the importance of patience. (Read James now)
- Book 60: 1 Peter
- The author of 1 Peter encourages believers undergoing persecutions. He reminds them of their living hope through Christ's resurrection and calls for holy living as God's chosen people. (Read 1 Peter now)
- Book 61: 2 Peter
- The author of 2 Peter warns against false teachers and the dangers of apostasy. He reaffirms the promise of Christ's return and the importance of godly living. (Read 2 Peter now)
- Book 62: 1 John
- The author of 1 John writes to assure believers of their salvation and encourages them to remain faithful to the truth. The epistle emphasizes love as a hallmark of the Christian life. (Read 1 John now)
- Book 63: 2 John
- A short letter warning against deceivers and emphasizing the commandment to love one another. (Read 2 John now)
- Book 64: 3 John
- The author of 3 John writes in appreciation of Gaius for his faithfulness and addresses issues of hospitality in the early church. (Read 3 John now)
- Book 65: Jude
- The author of Jude delivers an urgent call to contend for the faith against false teachers. The letter highlights God's judgment on the ungodly. (Read Jude now)
