Catholic Bible Study

This week Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Michael Barber continue their study of the Gospel of Matthew by diving into 5:1-12.  See the work of Jesuit Refugee ServiceBuy Your Bible on Catholic.Market.Watch Bible Studies on Formed.Sign Up for Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Michael Barber continue their study of the Gospel of Matthew by diving into chapter 4.  See the work of Jesuit Refugee ServiceBuy Your Bible on Catholic.Market.Watch Bible Studies on Formed.Sign Up for Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Michael Barber continue their study of the Gospel of Matthew by diving into chapter 3.  See the work of Jesuit Refugee ServiceBuy Your Bible on Catholic.Market.Watch Bible Studies on Formed.Sign Up for Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A guided tour through Matthew 2’s key scenes: angelic messages to Joseph, the meaning of Emmanuel, and Bethlehem’s significance. They trace the Magi’s star, their gifts, and links to Old Testament prophecies. The talk also contrasts Jerusalem’s leaders with a new shepherd-king and recounts the flight to Egypt and its prophetic echoes.

Join Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Michael Barber as they begin studying the Gospel of Matthew by introducing St. Matthew and looking at chapter 1 of this incredible gospel.  See the work of Jesuit Refugee ServiceBuy Your Bible on Catholic.Market.Watch Bible Studies on Formed.Sign Up for Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. James Prothro, professors of Sacred Scripture at the Augustine Institute Graduate School, study St. Paul's pivotal Letter to the Galatians.  See the work of Jesuit Refugee ServiceBuy Your Bible on Catholic.Market.Watch Bible Studies on Formed.Sign Up for Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scholars unpack Paul’s warning against reverting to old legal practices and explain how faith, not ritual, shapes Christian life. They contrast works of the flesh with the fruits of the Spirit and explore what freedom in Christ truly means. The conversation highlights communal implications and practical challenges of living by the Spirit.

Dr. Michael Barber and Dr. James Prothro, professors of Sacred Scripture at the Augustine Institute Graduate School, study St. Paul's pivotal Letter to the Galatians.  See the work of Jesuit Refugee ServiceBuy Your Bible on Catholic.Market.Watch Bible Studies on Formed.Sign Up for Formed.Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute on the Mission Circle. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scholars unpack Paul’s heir-versus-slave analogy and what guardianship meant in ancient law. They debate stoicheia, angels, and how Christ changes the believer’s relation to God. The discussion highlights Trinitarian roles in redemption, warnings about reverting to legal observance, and Paul’s emotional, pastoral appeal to shape the community.

Scholars explore why the Mosaic law was given and how it relates to Abraham's promise. They trace Paul’s argument that law reveals sin but cannot grant life. The conversation probes circumcision, baptism, and the shift from being under a guardian to becoming children of God. Themes include faith, the Spirit, and unity across ethnic and social divides.