BTM 164 - Galatians - Part 2: Analogy or Allegory?

BTM 164 - Galatians - Part 2: Analogy or Allegory?

Update: 2025-08-07
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In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver and Dr. Michael Burer delve into the theological core of Paul's letter to the Galatians, focusing on justification by faith, the apostolic authority of Paul, and the analogy of Hagar and Sarah. 

Takeaways
-Paul's letter to the Galatians addresses justification by faith.
-The apostle Paul defends his authority and the true gospel.
-Righteous anger is justified when the gospel is at stake.
-Paul's autobiographical defense highlights his divine commission.
-The allegory of Hagar and Sarah illustrates the old and new covenants.
-The law serves as a tutor pointing to Christ.
-Salvation and sanctification are both by faith.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Galatians and Justification by Faith
02:45 Paul's Apostolic Authority and the Gospel
06:01 The Allegory of Hagar and Sarah
09:13 The Role of the Law
12:03 Living in Freedom through the Spirit
15:03 Pastoral Lessons from Galatians

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BTM 164 - Galatians - Part 2: Analogy or Allegory?

BTM 164 - Galatians - Part 2: Analogy or Allegory?

Dr. Paul D. Weaver - DTS Professor and Biblical Scholar