In this eight-part series of conversations, Grasping Galatians, David Asscherick and Ty Gibson explore the key ideas that made the letter so powerful way back then and equally powerful today.
Are You Kidding Me?
October 2, 2021 • Ty Gibson, David Asscherick
Are You Kidding Me?
As Paul opens his letter to the Galatians, it is evident that he is fired up, even angry. Something terrible is happening to people he loves dearly and has led to Christ, and he hits the issue head-on. Along the way, he reminds them that Christ, by His death, launched a new Exodus for the whole world and it is utter foolishness to turn back.
Spiritual Spies and False Followers
October 9, 2021 • Ty Gibson, David Asscherick
It is a sad truth that wherever Jesus is setting people free with God's unconditional love, there will always be individuals who feel it is their God-ordained mission to pull them back into bondage. Paul says you can identify these “false brethren” by the fact that they seek to “compel” others with their views.
The Cool Kids’ Table
October 16, 2021 • Ty Gibson, David Asscherick
According to Paul, justification by faith is not merely about me and my personal salvation. It’s about us and our covenantal status in fellowship with one another.
The Curse Reversed
October 23, 2021 • Ty Gibson, David Asscherick
Paul says Jesus bore “the curse of the law” for us. What does this mean? In this session, we explore God's covenant relationship with Abraham, and through Abraham with humanity and the difference between a penal curse and a covenant curse.
There Is No Them
October 30, 2021 • Ty Gibson, David Asscherick
Everyone who identifies with Christ by faith is a child of Abraham and an heir of all that was promised to Abraham. Paul wants us to understand that the law excludes nobody because the Messiah has embraced everybody. So, then, what purpose does the law serve? Paul answers the question with absolute clarity.
They Want to Exclude You
November 6, 2021 • Ty Gibson, David Asscherick
Legalism drives exclusion, division, and hostility. The gospel of Christ is all about inclusion, unity, and love. The world operates in ways that create polarized groups. The gospel invites everyone into a new shared identity in Christ.
Live Out Your Liberty
November 13, 2021 • Ty Gibson, David Asscherick
Paul explains that Christ has already accomplished the salvation of humanity apart from anything we might do to earn His favor. Now it’s just a matter of believing and living that reality. You are free, so live free.
Beautiful Scars
November 20, 2021 • Ty Gibson, David Asscherick
In Christ, a new creation has been set in motion. All who find their identity in the love of Christ will also find that they are crucified to the world. They are no longer in harmony with the general value system that defines fallen humanity. Forgiveness, generosity, and goodness is their new way of living.
