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136. Abraham believed (Galatians 3:6) Apr 15, 2026

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This episode is a continuation of our journey through Galatians. We look at Abraham as an example of being counted righteous apart from works. In many ways, this episode serves as a link in the chain. In it we look back at things we have discussed so far and revisit those truths, and in it we also set the stage for the conversation we will have next time.

Scriptures referenced:

Galatians 3:1-6

Galatians 2:16, 21

Romans 3:23

Romans 6:23

2 Corinthians 5:21

Romans 5:1-2

Genesis 12:1-3

Genesis 15:1-6

John 3:16

John 1:9-13

Romans 4:1-12, 18-25

Galatians 2:3

James 1:5-6

James 2:14-26

John 16:13

John 14:15

Psalm 55:22

Matthew 11:28-30

Bibliography

Tripp, Paul David. Dangerous Calling: Confronting the Unique Challenges of Pastoral Ministry. Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2012.

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135. We need each other Apr 01, 2026

Show notes

In this episode we talk about the dangers of isolation and how important it is to have genuine, vulnerable relationships with other believers

Scriptures referenced:

1 Samuel 24-25

Luke 5:15-16

Mark 1:35-38

Psalm 105:4

Hebrews 11:6

Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Proverbs 18:1

John 2:24-25

Matthew 26:36-38

Matthew 23:12

Luke 14:11

Luke 18:14

James 4:6

Galatians 6:1-2

Proverbs 27:17

Hebrews 3:12-13

Hebrews 10:24-25

John 13:34-35

Ephesians 4:32

Colossians 3:16

James 5:16

John 6:70

Matthew 26:20-22

1 Peter 4:10-11

1 Corinthians 12:12-20

John 15:1-5

Proverbs 26:12

Proverbs 12:15

Romans 12:16

James 1:22

**CORRECTIONS**

At one point, I said "In John 2:24-23" (which makes no sense). What I meant to say was John 2:24-25.

I accidentally added the word "and" to 1 Peter 4:10-11. It didn't change the meaning, but here is the verse verbatim: "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen."

I did something similar with 1 Corinthians 12:14, which says, "For the body does not consist of one member but of many."

134. "Having begun by the Spirit, are you now being perfected by the flesh?" (Galatians 3:1-6) Mar 15, 2026

Show notes

Today we continue to work through the letter to the Galatians. We discuss a topic that is a major area of struggle to many, many believers and the solution to that struggle.

Scriptures referenced:

Psalm 119:18

Galatians 2:1-3

Galatians 2:6-10

Galatians 2:16

Galatians 2:20-21

James 2:17-19

John 14:15

Galatians 3:1-6

Galatians 1:6-7

Romans 8:9

John 14:16-17

Ephesians 2:8-9

John 3:16

James 1:5-6

Proverbs 12:15

Proverbs 16:9

Psalm 37:23-24

Jude 24-25

Romans 5:1-2

1 Peter 5:12

Galatians 5:1-4

Galatians 5:13

James 4:6

Hebrews 12:5-11

Luke 14:11

Matthew 23:12

133. Beware of loving the glory that comes from people Mar 01, 2026

Show notes

In this episode we look in the mirror and ask ourselves the question of whether we love the glory that comes from man or the glory that comes from God more.

Scriptures referenced:

John 12:36-43

Matthew 6:1-18

Matthew 23:5-7

Matthew 5:14-16

Acts 4:23-31; 13:1-3

Psalm 127:1

Matthew 23:11-12

John 15:5

James 4:6

Luke 14:7-11

Matthew 28:18-20

Luke 6:26

John 15:18-20

Psalm 115:1

Mark 10:42-45

Psalm 51:1-2, 7, 10

Galatians 1:10

**CORRECTIONS**

When quoting John 12:38, I accidentally added the word "has" where it wasn't. It didn't affect the meaning, but here is the verse verbatim: "so that the word spoken by the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled: 'Lord, who has believed what he heard from us, and to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?'"

When quoting Psalm 115:1 I accidentally omitted the word "your" once. It doesn't change the meaning, but here is the verse correctly: "Not to us, O Lord, not to us, but to your name give glory, for the sake of your steadfast love and your faithfulness!"

132. The sole Basis on which sinners may enter the divine presence (Galatians 2:20; 3:2-3) Feb 15, 2026

Show notes

In this episode we address our legalistic tendencies and the "not enough" mentality we can so easily adopt. We see how Jesus Christ is our only Source of confidence in the presence of God.

Other episodes referenced in this one:

Episode 131: We have been crucified with Christ (Galatians 2:17-20)

Scriptures referenced:

Romans 12:2

Galatians 2:16, 21

John 14:15

Galatians 3:2-3

John 3:16

Hebrews 11:1

2 Corinthians 5:7

2 Corinthians 5:17

James 2:17-19

Galatians 2:20

Romans 3:23

Hebrews 4:14-16

1 Timothy 2:5-6

Hebrews 10:19-23

Matthew 27:50-51

Ephesians 3:7-12

Matthew 5:3

Romans 5:1-2

Ephesians 2:18

2 Peter 3:8-9

Luke 15:20-24

Ephesians 2:8-10

2 Corinthians 5:21

Galatians 6:2

Hebrews 12:5-11

Romans 12:18

131. We have been crucified with Christ (Galatians 2:17-20) Feb 01, 2026

Show notes

In this episode we continue working through Galatians and talk about Jesus living His life through us.

Other episodes referenced in this one:

Episode 129: So...what does "justification" mean again?

Episode 130: What Justification doesn't mean

Scriptures referenced:

Galatians 1-2

Ephesians 2:11-18

Romans 3:10, 19-20, 23

2 Corinthians 5:21

John 14:6

Acts 4:12

2 Corinthians 5:17

Hebrews 12:5-11

Romans 6:1-2

Luke 9:46-50

Mark 10:42-45

Romans 6:6

Ephesians 5:18

Romans 8:9-11

Psalm 139:23-24

Proverbs 12:15

**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**

When quoting Ephesians 2:11-12, I accidentally omitted the word "that" and added the word "the". This doesn't change the meaning, but here are the verses verbatim: "Therefore remember that at one time you Gentiles in the flesh, called “the uncircumcision” by what is called the circumcision, which is made in the flesh by hands—remember that you were at that time separated from Christ, alienated from the commonwealth of Israel and strangers to the covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world."

One of the times I quoted Luke 9:48, I accidentally added the word "the". It didn't change the meaning, but here is that part of the verse exactly, "For he who is least among you all is the one who is great.”

130. What justification doesn't mean (bonus episode) Jan 15, 2026

Show notes

This episode is an appendix to episode 129 and is meant to be listened to in conjunction with it. Here we address some false conclusions someone could come to when consideration the teaching about justification.

Other episodes referenced in this one:

Episode 21: "I never knew you"

Episode 24: The Gospel

Episode 69: Contra legalism

Episode 129: So...what does "justification" mean again?

Scriptures referenced:

Galatians 2:15-16, 21

Hebrews 13:5

James 2:17-19

John 14:15

Romans 6:1-2

2 Corinthians 5:17

Ephesians 2:8-10

Hebrews 12:5-11

129. So...what does "justification" mean again? (Galatians 2:15-16, 21) Jan 15, 2026

Show notes

In this episode we continue to go through the book of Galatians and look at what it means to be justified--a truth that will radically change how we think and feel on a daily basis if we will focus on it.

Other episodes referenced in this one:

Episode 21: "I never knew you"

Episode 125: No other Gospel (Galatians 1:1-2:10)

Episode 126: An awkward situation (Galatians 2:11-14)

Scriptures referenced:

Romans 12:2

1 Corinthians 10:13

Ephesians 6:17

Galatians 1:6-7

Galatians 2:1-3

Acts 1:8

Galatians 2:15-16

James 2:10-11

Romans 3:19-20

2 Timothy 2:15

Luke 10:25-29

Romans 3:10

James 2:19

2 Corinthians 5:17

Romans 8:9

James 2:17

Luke 18:9-14

Romans 3:21-26

Romans 4:2-10

Genesis 15:6

Romans 5:1, 6-11

Philippians 3:2-11

Galatians 2:21

Romans 8:33-34

128. A revolutionary habit Jan 01, 2026

Show notes

In this episode we look at one habit that could revolutionize our lives if we are willing to apply it.

Other episodes referenced:

Episode 24: The Gospel

Episode 127: The Parable of the Vineyard

Scriptures referenced:

Matthew 18:21-35

Romans 6:23

John 3:16

Matthew 6:14-15

Matthew 5:21-26

Mark 11:20-25

Hebrews 10:19-22

John 14:6

Matthew 6:4,6,18

Ephesians 4:26-27

1 Samuel 19:10

Ephesians 4:30-32

Matthew 18:15-20

Proverbs 27:6

Proverbs 27:17

Proverbs 19:11

Psalm 55:22

Luke 7:31-35

Luke 6:22-23,26

Luke 7:47

**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**

In Luke 11:22 I accidentally said "him" instead of "them". Here is the verse verbatim: "And Jesus answered them, 'Have faith in God.'"

I said, "So, forgiveness is also not acknowledging or diminishing the hurt that they did against you." I meant, "So, forgiveness is also not not acknowledging..."

127. The Parable of the Vineyard Dec 15, 2025

Show notes

In this episode we focus on some of the truths found in the Parable of the Vineyard (John 15:1-11) and the revolutionary impact they can have on our lives if we are aware of them.

Other episodes referenced in this one:

Episode 15: Abide, Part 1

Episode 16: Abide, Part 2

Scriptures referenced:

John 15:1-11

Galatians 5:22-23

John 1:12-13

2 Corinthians 5:17

John 3:1-8

2 Corinthians 5:21

Hebrews 12:8

Hebrews 12:11

2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Mathew 11:28-30

1 John 5:3

Romans 8:28-29

2 Timothy 2:20-21

Philippians 2:12-13

Psalm 139:23-24

Romans 8:37

Philippians 4:13

Psalm 1:1-3

Micah 6:6-8

Psalm 105:4

**CORRECTIONS/CALRIFICATIONS**

I paraphrased Romans 8:28. Here it is verbatim: "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose."

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