Geek with a Bible

We have been arguing for a long time about what has more importance, the group or the individual. The Bible doesn't give us a simple answer, but it does give us some principles to help navigate this path. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We want to grow, but we also want to be authentic. But why do we need to grow if we just have to be ourselves? In this episode we will look at the fruit of the Spirit, and what this analogy tells us about real, lasting growth. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is an epic talk on what sin is, and why it is so destructive. Paul brings up several sins which can be placed into four categories. Why are these sins so dangerous, and what can we do to avoid them? Find out on this episode of Geek with a Bible. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It is clear we are supposed to be lead by the Spirit, but what does that mean? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Christians talk a lot about being freed from sin and death, but what are we freed to do? In what ways are we empowered that the world isn't? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Christians are rarely known for their humor, but it is seen in scripture. Strangely enough, the form of humor most often used is mockery, but we are often warned of the dangers of being a mocker. This video looks at the complexity of using this powerful tool known as mockery. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Bible gives life to those who read it, but there are also passages that can be very troubling. How should we respond when the Bible really bothers us? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We often hear calls towards unity, but where do we draw the line? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

If you are like me, your spiritual life goes up and down. You have some seasons when your heart is deeply connected to God, and other times when He is far from your mind. How can we know if we have gone too far? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Paul uses very strong language in this passage, but what is his purpose? Is he trying to push us into greater respect for the Law or to push us to something else? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Freedom is a core value for many people. For others, it is terrifying. But what does the Bible say? Join me as we scratch the surface of these deep topic. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Galatians are starting to separate from the truth Paul brought to them because they want to fit in to the group. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Paul has made it clear that we are not justified or defined by what culture we are a part of, but what happens when we try to import elements from our culture into the gospel? So, after I rewatched this video, I realized I didn't do a great job of connecting the content to the opening scriptures. I'm looking at where Paul says “how can you turn back again to the weak and worthless elementary principles of the world, whose slaves you want to be once more?” I'm looking at how the principles of the world are pretty worthless, but also where we can extract value from. We should not be getting our primary values from the world. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Bible makes a big distinction between those who are saved and those who are still in their sins, but how are we supposed to treat those who are outside of the faith? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What does the Bible have to say about men, women, and the conflict they often have? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Have you ever had a hard time talking with someone about racial issues? I have found several ideas in scripture and society that gives us a solid foundation to discuss these issues without becoming defensive. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

There are many issues that have divided our nation, but there is no greater division than classism. It runs so deep, many people don't even realize how bad it is. In the scriptures, Paul says that we are all equal in Christ, but how do we live this out? Find out as we continue this series through Galatians. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As we have been going through this Bible study in Galatians, Paul has been going on and on about how we are not saved be the law of God. We are only saved by God's grace through faith. So, why do we need the law? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

God's relationship with Abraham was based on a promise, while God's relationship with Moses was based on the law. On this episode of Geek with a Bible, we learn what it means that our relationship with Christ is based on the promise. We also look at how this idea stacks against the most terrifying scripture in the Bible. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Do you ever feel like you are not good enough? I used to struggle with low self-value, but the message of the gospel has freed me from these thoughts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

You may have casually sung that you are a child of Abraham, but you don't get to just be a part of someone's family. That's a big deal, and God proclaims his scandalous grace is enough. He wants you to be a part of his family, and he has made a way. God blesses you to be a blessing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Have you ever had a prayer not answered the way you wanted it to be? Have you ever seen someone who was a mess get everything they want? On this episode of Geek with a Bible, we see what Paul says about miracles and faith. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Have you ever heard that following Christ will free us from all pain? Have you ever prayed for healing, and it didn't work? In this episode we see what the Bible has to say about these topics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

When we think about angry preachers, we usually think about people mad about sin. But in this passage of Galatians, Paul is angry for a very different reason. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to this seventh instalment of the Galatians Bible study from the Geek with a Bible. On this weeks episode, Aaron reads through Galatians 2:20-21, and looks at questions like:  Does God have to love you? What is the trinity? Why is faith good? Are my good works good enough?  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode covers Galatians 2:19 and what it means to "die to yourself". In the mail bag, I reveal what my favorite Marvel movie moment is. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

See what happens when Peter shows preferences to his own culture. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Is it right to question our spiritual leaders, or should we just blindly follow their teachings? Should we expect people to assimilate to our Christian culture, or do we embrace people as they are? And what exactly is the good news of the gospel? Today we will look at Galatians 2:11-16 to answer these questions as I continue to upload this YouTube series. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Paul is upset that the Galatians are getting their worth out of their culture instead of the gospel. We ask how this is similar to our own lives. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Paul thinks the Galatians have lost their minds as they leave the gospel of grace for a gospel of law. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is the very first episode. We are starting with Paul's letter to the Galatians. This reading covers Paul's authority, the deity of Christ, God's desire for us to have peace, Christ's impact on our culture, and the glory of God as our goal. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app