What does it mean to say that for Paul justification by faith was a weapon with which to contend?

Ted asks about what Paul meant when he spoke about justification by faith, reading a quote from author F.F. Bruce. Rod talks about how we see in the writings of Paul that Jesus’ words divide, Jesus’ connection to the Old Testament, what was expected of the Messiah when He arrived, and the contrast between Who Jesus is and His claims and actions versus all the other religions of the world. Produced by: Rick Ritchie SHOW NOTES: F.F. Bruce, “Paul: Apostle of the Free Spirit” - https://www.amazon.com/Paul-Apostle-Spirit-F-F-Bruce-ebook/dp/B09CG7ZDLC More by F.F. Bruce - https://www.amazon.com/stores/F.-F.-Bruce/author/B001IO8DQU ** WHAT’S NEW FROM 1517 ** GIVING TUESDAY is tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov 28, 2023 - with 100% GIFT MATCHING! https://www.1517.org/donate-gt-2023 1517 will be participating in Giving Tuesday with a goal to raise $200,000 and we hope you will join us! Do you love Talks with Dad Rod? Or, do you love the articles and books 1517 Publishing puts out? Or, maybe The HWSS conferences or 1517 Academy? If you answered “Yes!” to any or all of these questions, please join us on Giving Tuesday! Your support makes these resources and this very show possible—we are completely funded by listeners. Click the link above and help 1517 declare and defend the Good News that we are forgiven and free on account of Christ alone to as many people as possible! +++ Explore more 1517 podcasts - https://www.1517.org/podcasts/ +++ Launch of “Freedom Lessons” https://www.1517.org/freedomlessons What do seminary professors, Luther’s Small Catechism, and Hip Hop have in common? With a surprising blend of contributors, 1517 Music proudly presents “Freedom Lessons”, its latest musical creation. "Freedom Lessons" delves into the core teachings of Luther's Small Catechism through the medium of music, offering a fresh and innovative way to convey the Reformation's enduring truths. This album is a testament to 1517 Music's commitment to conveying the profound truths of the Reformation in a creative and captivating manner. This record explores the chief parts of Luther’s Small Catechism through music. It features performances by Flame, LOSO, and many other highly talented musicians. Bookmark the page linked above, as we will have more freedom lessons resources, like a study guide, a limited podcast, and more coming soon. +++ FREE 2023 Advent Resources This Advent season, 1517 presents “The Clothing of the King”—a new free resource for churches that walks your congregation through the divine wardrobe God provides for his people. This all-in-one package includes a midweek Advent and Christmas Sermon Series for pastors to use in their congregations as well as music helps, original and suggested hymns, presenter slides, and more. https://www.1517.org/advent +++ Tuesday, Nov 14 – “Release of Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition” https://shop.1517.org/products/your-god-is-too-glorious-finding-god-in-the-most-unexpected-places?variant=43951736160468 Your God Is Too Glorious reminds readers that while a quiet life may look unimpressive to the world, it’s the regular, everyday people that God tends to use to do his most important work.  Now available in a second edition, Chad Bird invites the reader to go deeper into the pursuit of the faithful, ordinary life with study questions at the end of each chapter for personal or corporate use. +++ Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 Here We Still Stand Regional Conference in Northwest Arkansas! Join us May 3rd and 4th as we gather again at the iconic Meteor Theater in Bentonville, Arkansas, and celebrate the boundless grace of God in the gospel of Jesus. The 2024 theme will be “Grace and Peace in Christ”—GET YOUR TICKETS while they’re still available! http://www.1517.org/hwssnwa +++ Join the 1517 Academy - https://academy.1517.org === Support 1517 - https://www.1517.org/donate https://www.1517.org/videos-playlist/talks-with-dad-rod === https://gab.com/talkswithdadrod https://www.facebook.com/talkswithdadrod/ https://twitter.com/TalkswithDadRod https://www.instagram.com/talkswithdadrod/ Talks with Dad Rod playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJDWGbhcNf-kTljFKeMHg3j1qqDsV3LGR Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Te5cg1dfVvs