We explore Galatians 2:3–5 ("Free in Christ" chapter 6) seeing how Judaizing teachers threatened the gospel by mixing faith with works and seeking to impose the Old Covenant on Gentile believers. Pau…
We examine Haman's edict to annihilate the Jews throughout the vast Persian Empire, how he secured royal authority and funding, and the terrifying scope of the edict. We follow the response of the Je…
In Gal. 1:10 to 2:16 we see Paul engaged in two battles as he fights for the purity of the gospel. The first was to convince the Galatians that he had received his gospel directly by revelation from …
This episode examines Luke 15’s prodigal son parable, contrasting the younger son’s selfish devaluation of his inheritance with Christ’s sacrificial love and purpose. It highlights the father’s mercy…
This episode introduces Haman—the highly promoted official whose Amalekite ancestry makes him hate the Jews and drives him to plot their destruction throughout the empire. We see his rise to power, h…
This episode is the fourth reading from “Free in Christ,” unpacking Galatians 1:13–24. It traces Paul’s background in Judaism, his dramatic calling by God’s grace, and his commission to preach Christ…
In 1 Corinthians 1:18-25. Paul expounds the profound contrast between the wisdom of the world and the wisdom of God. He defines the wisdom of the world as any wisdom, however prized by man that is in…
In one of the most vehement passages of the New Testament, Paul denounces any deviations from the gospel he preached, warning the Galatians that disaster awaits if they turn to "a different gospel." …
Conflicts arose in the early church when some insisted that Gentiles must adopt Jewish laws before they could become Christians (Acts 15:22-41). Guided by the Holy Spirit, the Apostles affirmed that …
The second reading from the book "Free in Christ'' introduces us to seven characteristics of Paul's Gospel; it is a message of grace, peace, salvation, deliverance, Christ centredness, God's purpose …
We embark on a series of readings from my book Free in Christ, a "read-like-a-book" commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians. In this opening episode, we explore the foundational questions posed by…
The encounter between Jesus and Nicodemus a leading figure in Jewish society, addresses the fundamental concept of spiritual rebirth (John 3:1-17). Jesus challenges Nicodemus' understanding of spiri…
NOTE; repetition at 11 minutes for benefit of late arrivals.We show how an Old Testament psalm helps us understand an important New Testament passage. Usually we use the NT to help explain the OT but…
1 Corinthians 6:12-20 sheds light on Paul's high regard for the unmarried state and presents the idea of a spiritual marriage to Christ, as a satisfying alternative to physical marriage. We also find…
Paul's passion for the gospel emerges as we explore the true nature of a gospel that is defined by grace, strategic methodology and urgency. of preaching. The apostle insists that salvation is an une…
Focusing on his teaching about God's provisions for His people (1 Corinthians 10) Paul highlights the danger of false believers within the church and urges the faithful to examine themseles for true …
This week in 1 Corinthians 10:14 we explore the profound significance of the Lord's Table, seeing how the corporate celebration of communion empowers the local church and those who participate indivi…
Book of Esther is a significant piece of history that unfolded 450 years before Christ in the vast Persian Empire. Within this narrative, the sovereignty of God is central, subtly intervening to save…
Churches today are riven with disputes but this is nothing new. Acts 15 addresses the greatest dispute faced by the early church, providing not just historical information but also an example of how …
Psalm 73 explores Asaph's spiritual journey, laying bare his doubts and struggles when he sees tthe wicked prosper while he himslf feels neglected by God. Yet he refuses to vocalize his doubts for …
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