Season 1
The issue about the negative Jewish influence on Christian faith was influential and not always easy to discern, so much so that Peter himself was led astray, and then challenged by Paul. Join David Alley as he reads Galatians 2 and then discusses the chapter and these issues.
Paul established churches in Galatia, but not long later others came through teaching them that they had to be circumcised to be a Christian. Paul is astonished that they are giving up on faith alone, and starting to go back to the Jewish laws. Join David Alley as he reads Galatians 1 and then discusses the chapter and these issues.
Some people think that once saved, you will alwasy be saved, but in writing to the church in Corinth in 2 corinthians, Paul tells them to "examine themselves" and see if they are in the faith. In other words, even if you think you are saved, take nothing for granted. Join David Alley as he reads 2nd Corinthians 13 and then discusses the chapter and these issues.
There was a serious issue that Paul repeatedly faced, that was not disclosed to us by Paul, except that it was labelled a "thorn" in the flesh. This thing troubled him constantly so much that he prayed three times for it to be removed, but the Lord was not willing to remove it. This persistent problem kept Paul grounded, which he needed very much. Join David Alley as he reads 2nd Corinthians 12 and then discusses the chapter and these issues.
Paul continues to defend himself against the context of the False Apostles who have moved into Corinth in his absence. Join David Alley as he reads 2nd Corinthians 11 and then discusses the chapter and these issues.
Back in Corinth false apostles had arrived on the scene. And these false ministers undermined Paul, and his genuine apostolic ministry. Paul felt he had no option but to explain and defend himself, not for his own sake, but to protect them. Join David Alley as he reads 2nd Corinthians 10 and then discusses the chapter and these issues.
Sowing and Reaping is a concept increasingly popular, but some people have given away huge sums and become poor in the process. Does it really work? What is the go with giving and faith? Join David Alley as he reads 2nd Corinthians 9 and then discusses the chapter and these issues.
Paul now takes two chapters to talk about money and giving, starting with a the offering he was raising for the poor Join David Alley as he reads 2nd Corinthians 8 and then discusses the chapter and these issues.
Paul paid a quick visit across the Adriatic sea from Ephesus to Corinth. It was short, and as it turned out painful. Paul talks about it in this chapter. Join David Alley as he reads 2nd Corinthians 7 and then discusses the chapter and these issues.
Paul made a deliberate choice not to put any stumbling block in the way of another finding God. The result was that he was often humiliated, shamed, beaten or experience hardship. He was crushed, but not broken for the sake of others. Join David Alley as he reads 2nd Corinthians 6 and then discusses the chapter and these issues.