I know full well this question cannot be fully answered to the satisfaction of discerning believers with one fell swoop, but it is my intention to begin to answer it. It is my belief, the New Testament not only encourages the fellowship of believers of Christ in diverse groups, it demands it. Continue Reading
In the fourth chapter of Galatians, Paul continues to talk about law vs. faith. Again, Paul’s examples and metaphors he uses to make his point are there to teach us how justification through our own performance is futility. Human nature teaches us that nothing is free, why would we think our salvation is any different? This is why the good news of salvation by grace through faith is such a foreign concept for people to grasp. Continue Reading
As we continue our examination of the book of Galatians bear in mind what it is Paul was upset at Peter about. Also in this chapter, Paul will begin his main argument. Pay close attention to his opening statements on the subject. Continue Reading
In hopes of understanding the narrative of the letter to the Galatians, let’s start with Chapter 1 and examine a few things about Paul’s concerns and his attitude toward the issues at hand. Continue Reading
The first thing you must do when understanding the writings of the Bible is to identify the context. Before we dive into the content of Galatians, let’s establish the context of the book. Misunderstandings come from reading the verses without the context of the narrative, especially if we are simply searching for verses to make an argument or defend a position. The books of the Bible were not intended to be read or used in this fashion. Continue Reading