Coffee, the Bible, and Paige

Paul briefly describes what a Believer looks like and the what Unity in the Church Looks like

Paul finishes the prayer he started in Chapter 1.

Paul goes into detail about the Mystery of God given to Paul to reveal.

The Church is God's end-game, built on the foundation of the 1st century Apostles and Prophets.

Paul lays the foundation for what he believes about redemption.

Paul's Prayer for the Ephesians (and us)

Predestination... forgiveness and redemption... the mystery of the ages revealed... deep waters here folks. Bring your floaties.

In his introduction, Paul begins with Predestination! Not gonna lie... this is deep stuff, folks.

In Sphesians, Paul introduces the churches in Asia Minor (which had their beginning in the spiritual explosion in Ephesus) to their "Next Step"

I summarize what I believe concerning the Gifts of the Spirit

Paul does not pull his punches - even in his final remarks. This is a strong ending to a strong letter.

Paul gets very specific as to how we are to think about our money.

What is the context of the Gifts of the Spirit?

Paul seeks to true Christian lifestyle that cares for their neighbor, as opposed to the selfish lifestyles of those who are not His.

Basic definitions of the gifts as listed in 1 Corinthians 12. Setting expectations as to when these gifts show up...

Comparing the fruit of the Holy Spirit with that of Legalism.

I wrap up my series on what I believe about Jesus, turning my attention to the "Offense of the Cross" and what that means as to what I believe bout Jesus.

There are two ways to view the Law. Dismissing the Law is not one of them.

Do we obey to GET something from God? Or do we obey because of our affection for Him?

What do I personally believe? Also... a little about intellectual honesty. Consider that a bonus.

What are we free to do, being in Christ?

Paul lays it out - Judaism and Christianity are not compatible.

It's hard to fight against popularity...

What does Jesus say about Jesus?

Paul is continuing his venture in winning back the hearts of the Galatians.

Paul gets very serious about what turning to the Law means... death.

As an introduction to what I believe

about Jesus, I lay the foundation on why I believe the Gospels are reliable

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... and a call to prayer.

Paul stabs the heart of the Judaizer's argument, revealing the true purpose of the Law.

Paul breaks down his opponent's arguments as they argued for the superiority of Mosaic covenant to the Abrahamic covenant.

Paul explains why the Law is not the vehicle through which we can receive the promises and blessings of Abraham.

Paul tells the Galatians that their faith ALONE guarantees them the blessings of Abraham.

In this passage,Paige discusses his experience in music composition and how understanding rules and theory did not enable him to compose like Mozart. The analogy is then applied to the first century, focusing on the Jewish nation's reliance on rules derived from the lives and words of their patriarchs. The speaker transitions to Paul's letter to the Galatians, where Paul questions their shift from faith to legalism. Paul emphasizes the importance of faith over adherence to religious rules, highlighting that receiving the Holy Spirit was not based on works but on belief. The speaker concludes by urging the Galatians to follow Abraham's example of faith rather than relying on religious rules for salvation.

What do I believe? God Chooses.

Paul faces down Peter publicly in Antioch.

Paul defends himself publicly against the Judaizers... and wins. Paul is not overly impressed with Peter, James, and John.

Paul reminds the Galatians that he has faced these false teachers before, and that he bested them then.

Salvation is Permanent

Paul continues to declare that his gospel is not another gospel, and that it came from God, not Paul.

The churches in Galatia are in real danger!

Paul gives a hint of what's to come in this letter. This is a succinct - some might say unchracteristically - terse introduction.

Setting the backdrop for looking at Paul's letter to the Galatians.

Part 1 of a four part series on what I believe concerning salvation. Today's episode... Salvation is a process not JUST an event.

I read the Christmas story from Matthew and Luke

What is the purpose of the Nativity - what does Christmas mean to ME?

Why Shepherds?

Who were the Magi and why did they frighten Herod?

There is a lot to consider "behind the scenes" of Mary's story.

The tragic summation of the life of Solomon

Solomon meets and impresses the queen of Sheba