The Dumb Ox Speaks: Paul and Works of the Law

Dr. Matthew Thomas looks at what Paul meant by our being justified by faith apart from the works of the law. And what does it mean in relation to what the rest of scripture has to say about how we are accepted before God?
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[@delgadopodcast]

Dr. Thomas has written a fantastic book to help us all gain a clearer insight into how the early church understood Paul's views on justification -- and the complicated church divisions over whether we are justified by "faith" or "faithfulness." The translation we take will lead us down different theological paths. Grateful for Dr. Thomas' insights into second-century perspectives on Paul and helping us all deal with these different theological viewpoints.

[@budcurtis4512]

Great talk! Clears up a lot about Paul.

[@budcurtis4512]

Just read his book. Highly recommend it!

[@dd.oliver]

Have you ever thought that works of the law was actually the rituals of the torah, or temple related laws? Just have a look on Papaiouanous book: Israel, covenant and Law.

[@indo3052]

Paul is addressing the circumcision party. We keep gods commandments because we are saved, we dont keep them to be saved