GALATIANS

The churches of Galatia Antioch of Pisidia Iconium Lystra Derbe Possibly others that started through their influence

GALATIANS Date A.D. Theme- Justification by faith Do not revert to OL Paul’s defense Stressing by Judaizing teachers of the necessity of keeping the ceremonial laws of the Old covenant as part of the new life in Christ.

Key Texts 1:1-5 1:6-10 3:15 5: :1-5 6:10 6:3-6 1:1-5 1:6-10 3:15 5: :1-5 6:10 6:3-6

GALATIANS Salutation Rebuke- 1:1-5- I marvel Vindication of Apostolic Authority 1:6-10 1:11-24-Paul received the word by revelation 2:1-10- Confirmation of His preaching by apostles in Jerusalem 2: Paul’s independence Salutation Rebuke- 1:1-5- I marvel Vindication of Apostolic Authority 1:6-10 1:11-24-Paul received the word by revelation 2:1-10- Confirmation of His preaching by apostles in Jerusalem 2: Paul’s independence

Justification By Faith 3:1-4:31- Elaboration of the doctrine 3:1- 4:7- Nature of justification by faith 3:15- 4:7- Limits of the Old Law and its relation to faith 4:8-31- Appeal to drop all legalism (to OL) 3:1-4:31- Elaboration of the doctrine 3:1- 4:7- Nature of justification by faith 3:15- 4:7- Limits of the Old Law and its relation to faith 4:8-31- Appeal to drop all legalism (to OL)

Justification By Faith 5:1- 6:10- Nature of the Life of Christian Liberty 5:1- Maintain liberty 5:2-12- Peril of Christian liberty 5:13-6:10- the life of freedom in Christ 6: Conclusion v. 18- Prayer for them 5:1- 6:10- Nature of the Life of Christian Liberty 5:1- Maintain liberty 5:2-12- Peril of Christian liberty 5:13-6:10- the life of freedom in Christ 6: Conclusion v. 18- Prayer for them

Galatians Summarized Grace Defended Given by divine Revelation Approved By Jerusalem Leaders Vindicated when Paul rebuked Peter Grace Defended Given by divine Revelation Approved By Jerusalem Leaders Vindicated when Paul rebuked Peter

Galatians Summarized Grace Explained Holy Spirit given by grace not works Abraham justified by faith and works Justified by faith not the Old Law Christ redeemed us from curse of OL Covenant with Abraham not voided Law given to lead us to faith Believers are free from the Old Law Grace Explained Holy Spirit given by grace not works Abraham justified by faith and works Justified by faith not the Old Law Christ redeemed us from curse of OL Covenant with Abraham not voided Law given to lead us to faith Believers are free from the Old Law

Final Summary of Galatians Gospel of Grace Applied Position of liberty- Stand fast Practice of liberty- Love one another Power of liberty- Walk in Spirit Conflict between flesh and spirit Works of flesh Fruits of Spirit Performance of liberty- do good to all Bear others burdens- don’t be tired of doing well Gospel of Grace Applied Position of liberty- Stand fast Practice of liberty- Love one another Power of liberty- Walk in Spirit Conflict between flesh and spirit Works of flesh Fruits of Spirit Performance of liberty- do good to all Bear others burdens- don’t be tired of doing well

Final Summary of Galatians Conclusion- motives of Judaizers motives of Paul Conclusion- motives of Judaizers motives of Paul

One of the specific letters in the N.T. Romans through Hebrews

Author The apostle Paul as guided by the Holy Spirit

To whom written Paul wrote to the region or province of Galatia --- there were numerous congregations in that area

Why it was written Paul was determined to prove that one could be a Christian without being a Jew

Message “Christ, the Deliverer. In Christ, we have freedom from sin, from the law of Moses, and from the doctrines of men.”

Brief outline I. Paul defends his apostleship 1-2 II. Paul defends the gospel 3-4 III. The gospel applied 5-6 I. Paul defends his apostleship 1-2 II. Paul defends the gospel 3-4 III. The gospel applied 5-6

Main Points In Each Chapter

Gal. 1 Introduction warning against perverting the gospel the source of Paul’s message Paul describes his early experiences as a Christian

Gal. 2 Paul’s contact with other apostles (in Jerusalem) Paul rebukes Peter at Antioch Judaism and Christianity are distinctive

Gal. 3 Paul rebukes the Galatians for turning from the gospel to the Law of Moses the true children of Abraham are those who follow the gospel the purpose of the Law the promises to Abraham are fulfilled in Christ

Gal. 4 We are delivered from the Law of Moses Paul makes an appeal to them based on their former love for him the allegory of Hagar and Sarah

Gal. 5 “Be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage” (do not return to the Law) Paul rebukes the Galatians the works of the flesh contrasted with the fruit of the Spirit

Barclay, Pg. 31,32 – Aselgeia Porneia- “sin within a specific area of life, the area of sexual relationships.” Driven by lust, but not necessarily devoid of feeling- Fornication Uncleanness- akatharsia, a general defilement of the whole personality tainting every sphere of life. Still cares to some degree. In such a state a person cannot approach God sincerely due to unwillingness to repent Aselgia- a love of sin so reckless that a man has ceased to care what God or man thinks of his actions. A man may be akathartos (impure, unclean) and hide his sin, for public opinion and public decency still have some hold on him. Licentiousness does not allow for this- no care

Aselges- adjective A man does not become aselges until he shocks public decency. As Lightfoot sees it, the act of aselgeia has come to such a stage of sinning that it makes no attempt to hide or cloak its sin. IT IS SIN LOST TO SHAME. 2 Cor. 12:21- used in the “trio of impurity, immorality and licentiousness. In Eph. 4:19- licentiousness is said to be greedy to practice every kind of uncleanness.”

Aselgeia “denotes sin so blatant that it has ceased to have any regard for what anyone may think,feel or say. Wanton and undisciplined action. A man at the mercy of his passions, impulses and emotions. The voice of reason is silenced by the storm of self-will. No respect for the persons or rights of others (this has ceased to exist). Complete indifference to public opinion and public decency. It is the act of a character that has lost what ought to be its greatest defense (self-respect and a sense of shame).- Barclay, pg. 32, Aselgeia, Flesh And Spirit

Gal. 6 Restoring the erring “And let us not be weary in well doing” let us glory in the cross of Christ

Some Of The Great Truths Found In Galatians

The gospel cannot be changed – Gal. 1:6-9 [6] I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: [7] Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ.

[8] But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. [9] As we said before, so say I now again, If any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed.

Paul had been converted by the very Gospel he had earlier opposed - Gal. 1:23 [23] But they had heard only, That he which persecuted us in times past now preacheth the faith which once he destroyed.

Christ died in vain if men are still under the Law of Moses – Gal. 2:21 [21] I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness come by the law, then Christ is dead in vain.

The curse of the cross was changed into the glory of God - Gal. 3:13 [13] Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree:

We become children of God by faith in Christ Jesus AFTER we are baptized into him – [26] For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus. [27] For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ. Gal. 3:26-27

We are no one’s enemy when we preach the truth - Gal. 4:16 [16] Am I therefore become your enemy, because I tell you the truth?

One who would seek to be justified by the law is fallen from grace – Gal. 5:4 [4] Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace.

Faith, which works by love, is God’s arrangement – Gal. 5:6 [6] For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth anything, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love.

Those who practice the works of the flesh will be lost – Gal. 5:19-21

We must bear the fruit of the Spirit – Gal. 5:22-23 [22] But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,[23] Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.

Christians must bear one another’s burdens – Gal. 6:2 [2] Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.

We reap what we have sown – Gal. 6:7-8 [7] Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. [8] For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting.

Christians must “do good unto all men” –Gal. 6:10 [10] As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.

Conclusion --- Gal. 6:14 [14] But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.

Conclusion --- Gal. 6:9 [9] And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.

Ephesus

Ephesus Like Chicago and Houston Was a port city At the crossroads Like Chicago and Houston Was a port city At the crossroads

Had a great library that rivaled Alexandria. Became the best in the world. Used parchment for pages not papyrus.

Acts 18:18-21 Priscilla & Aquila helped Paul Start the work. So Paul still remained a good while. Then he took leave of the brethren and sailed for Syria, and Priscilla and Aquila were with him. He had his hair cut off at Cenchrea, for he had taken a vow. And he came to Ephesus, and left them there;… (Acts 18:18-21)

Acts 19:24-41 Demetrius, a silversmith, who made silver shrines of Diana, led a protest in the arena with a mob chanting, "Great is Diana of the Ephesians!"

The Temple of Diana was one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World.

Two Divisions of Ephesians Chapters 1-3 Blessings & Privileges Chapters 4-6 Our Great Responsibility

Ephesians The Letter To The Written by Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God. Eph. 1:1 To the saints who are in Ephesus, and faithful in Christ Jesus.

Blessings in Christ (1:3-21) All spiritual. (3) Children of God in Christ. (4-6) Forgiveness in Christ. (7-10) God's heritage is in Christ. (11-12) Sealed by the Holy Spirit in Christ. (13-14) Paul 's prayer for the Ephesians. (15-21)

The Church in God's Eternal Purpose A. The church, the fullness of Christ. (1:22-23) B. The church, alive in Christ. (2:1-10) C. The church, the body Of the reconciled. (2:11-18) D. The church, the kingdom, family, and temple of God. (2: 19-22)

Before Dead in Sin V.1 Without Christ v.12 Aliens-Strangers v.12 Hopeless v.12 Without God v.12 After Quickened Made to Sit v.1,5,6 In Christ v.13 Fellow-Citizens v.19 Children of Hope v.20 Habitation of God v.21,22 Ephesians 2:1 - 22

The Church in God's Eternal Purpose E. (3:1-21) The church, the product of God's revelation. The revelation was a dispensation of God's grace. Paul was commissioned to preach the unsearchable riches Of Christ. The result of the preaching was to the end that God's manifold wisdom might be known to principalities and power; by the church.

Prayer for The Ephesians vs st Petition: “That He may strengthen you…” 2 nd Petition: “That Christ may dwell in your hearts…” 3 rd Petition: “That you, being rooted and grounded in love” 4 th Petition: “May be strong to apprehend with all the saints…” 5 th Petition: “That you may be filled with all the fullness of God”

Unity in the Body (4:1-16) A. Responsibilities of the members. (1-3) B. God's platform for unity. (4-6) C. Gifts provided for unity. (7-16)

Practical Applications Do not walk as other Gentiles ( 4:17-19) In the vanity Of their minds. Alienated from God through ignorance. Past feeling. Given over to lasciviousness.

Practical Applications Rather you should (4:20-32): Put off the Old man. Be renewed in the spirit Of your mind. Put on the new man. Put away lying—speak truth. Be angry and not sin. Not give place to the devil Not steal anymore. Work with your hands in order to have to give to the needy

Practical Applications Rather you should (4:20-32): Let no corrupt speech proceed from your mouth. Not grieve the Holy Spirit. Put away bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, evil speaking, and malice. Be kind, tenderhearted, and forgiving.

Practical Applications Walks contrasted. (5:1-21) I. Walk in love as opposed to lust. (l -7) 2. Walk in light as opposed to darkness. (8-14) 3. Walk in wisdom as opposed to folly. (15-21)

Practical Applications Family relationships. (5:22 - 6:4) I. Wives to husbands. 2. Husbands to wives. 3. Children to parents. (6:1-3) 4. Parents to children. (6:4)

Practical Applications Social relationships. (6:5-9) Servants to masters. (5-8) 2. Masters to servants. ( 9)

Practical Applications Spiritual relationships. (6:10-20) l. Christians face an enemy. (11-12) 2. Be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might and don the armor of God. (10-17) 3. Pray always. ( 18-20)

Conclusion (6:21-24) (21-24)But that you also may know my affairs and how I am doing, Tychicus, a beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord, will make all things known to you; whom I have sent to you for this very purpose, that you may know our affairs, and that he may comfort your hearts. Peace to the brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity. Amen.

ALL SPIRITIAL BLESSINGS ARE IN CHRIST Ephesians. 1:3 Believe “Unto” Romans 10:10 Repent “Unto” Acts 11:18 Confess “Unto” Romans 10:10 “In Christ” Redemption Ephesians 1:7 New Creation 2 Corinthians 5:17 Remission of Sins Matthew 26:28 Sanctification Hebrews 13:12 Justification Romans 5:9 Baptized “Into” Romans 6:3-6 Galatians 3:26,27

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