In this final episode of our Galatians series, Paul and Drew tackle some fascinating and confusing portions of the letter: What does Paul mean by the “elements of the world”? How is Paul employing the story of Hagar and Sarah “allegorically”? And are Paul’s metaphors merely rhetorical flourishes, or are … Read More
What was Paul’s point in bringing Abraham into his argument about law-keeping vs. living by the promise? How should we change the way we read the NT in light of Paul’s perspective on the Scriptures? Have we been too focused on finding commands to obey that we’re missing the promise? … Read More
How did Paul view the urge to use rules to guide moral behavior? Why did he react so strongly to the Judaizers and their appeal to using the law to guide the new gentile disciples? Where do we have similar impulses to return to our own set of laws to … Read More
In this episode, Paul and Drew discuss the reasons for the Apostle Paul writing this book. Why did Paul emphasize his apostleship in the first chapter? What is behind Paul’s phrase, “this present evil age,” in the beginning of the book? What is the “different gospel” that Paul was so … Read More
We have a trust problem. Too many people trust what they read too much, reading some authors uncritically simply because they are perceived as coming from the same “side.” At the same time, many people refuse to read things written by authors coming from other perspectives than their own. How … Read More
What do we do when we as believers disagree on something as controversial as the COVID-19 vaccine? What is the path to be able to work through our disagreements? What if we never agree on the facts? Elijah and Drew pick up this spiny topic together in this episode. Support … Read More
Paul Lamicela joins us to talk about our political conversations…yes, it’s possible to really enjoy a chat with someone you disagree with on politics. And it’s also possible that you can learn something new and become more nuanced in your position—if you start asking questions. Support the show (https://paypal.me/thinktruth)
Drew, Paul, and Elijah join for the first time to discuss politics and how it relates to the church. Support the show (https://paypal.me/thinktruth)
In a follow-up to their podcast on Suffering and Healing, Drew and Paul discuss some of their life experiences. They also ask how we can help those who are suffering in ways that are loving and helpful. Support the show (https://paypal.me/thinktruth)