286 - New Perspectives on Paul (with Dr. Gregory Lanier)

In this episode, we invite Dr. Gregory Lanier to discuss the New Perspectives on Paul (NPP)—what the view is, its historical context, and its implications for understanding the book of Galatians.

What are the New Perspectives on Paul? Should Christians today be open to a fresh look at Paul’s theology, specifically around "justification"? What are the dangers of this belief system? And how does all of that impact a church’s study through the book of Galatians?

Join us as we discuss the NPP together.

Takeaways

• The New Perspective on Paul challenges traditional views on how "justification" is defined, and Galatians serves as a critical text for these debates.
• Key figures like N.T. Wright have significantly influenced modern scholarship of the NPP.
• Pastoral implications arise from how we interpret justification and community.
• A balanced view of the gospel includes both personal and communal aspects.

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Chapters

• 6:21 Understanding the New Perspectives on Paul
• 12:11 Historical Context of the NPP
• 18:16 Key Figures in the NPP
• 20:23 N.T. Wright's Contributions
• 23:35 NPP and How it Relates to Galatians
• 29:37 Critique of the NPP
• 34:10 Example of a New Perspective vs an Old Perspective view while looking at the book of Galatians
• 41:39 Pastoral Implications of the NPP
• 48:44 Final Exhortation for Churches Preaching Through Galatians