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1 Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— 2 and all the brothers who are with me, To the churches of Galatia: 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, 5 to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. G ALATIANS 1:1-5 (ESV)

6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. 8 But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be accursed. G ALATIANS 1:6-9 (ESV)

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1 Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— 2 and all the brothers who are with me, To the churches of Galatia: 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, 5 to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. G ALATIANS 1:1-5 (ESV)

1 Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— 2 and all the brothers who are with me, To the churches of Galatia: Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave himself for our sins 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, 5 to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. G ALATIANS 1:1-5 (ESV) G OSPEL

God the Father, who raised him from the dead 1 Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead — 2 and all the brothers who are with me, To the churches of Galatia: Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave himself for our sins 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, 5 to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. G ALATIANS 1:1-5 (ESV) G OSPEL

1 Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— 2 and all the brothers who are with me, To the churches of Galatia: 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, 5 to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. G ALATIANS 1:1-5 (ESV) G OSPEL T RUTH #1

1 Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— 2 and all the brothers who are with me, To the churches of Galatia: according to the will of our God and Father, 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, 5 to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. G ALATIANS 1:1-5 (ESV) G OSPEL T RUTH #2

1 Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— 2 and all the brothers who are with me, To the churches of Galatia: to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, 5 to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. G ALATIANS 1:1-5 (ESV) G OSPEL T RUTH #3

6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. 8 But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be accursed. G ALATIANS 1:6-9 (ESV) G OSPEL C ONDUCT

6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 not that there is another one, 6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. 8 But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be accursed. G ALATIANS 1:6-9 (ESV)

there are some who trouble you 6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. 8 But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be accursed. G ALATIANS 1:6-9 (ESV)

The Battle for Freedom Works-based orientation Works-based orientation Focus on justice Focus on justice Fear-driven action Fear-driven action Become a rule-giver Become a rule-giver Boasting in the flesh Boasting in the flesh Mankind’s default is to give rules Mankind’s default is to give rules Grace-based orientation Grace-based orientation Focus on mercy & grace Focus on mercy & grace Love-driven action Love-driven action Becomes a grace-giver Becomes a grace-giver Boasting in the cross Boasting in the cross God’s default is to give grace God’s default is to give grace Rule-KeeperGrace-Receiver

The Battle for Freedom Works-based orientation Works-based orientation Focus on justice Focus on justice Fear-driven action Fear-driven action Boasting in the flesh Boasting in the flesh Mankind’s default Mankind’s default Grace-based orientation Grace-based orientation Focus on mercy & grace Focus on mercy & grace Love-driven action Love-driven action Boasting in the cross Boasting in the cross God’s default God’s default Rule-KeeperGrace-Receiver “The gospel—the message that we are more wicked than we dared believe, but more loved and accepted in Christ than we ever dared hope—creates a radical new dynamic for personal growth, for obedience, for love.” – Tim Keller, Galatians for You (p. 10)

The Battle for Freedom Works-based orientation Works-based orientation Focus on justice Focus on justice Fear-driven action Fear-driven action Become a rule-giver Become a rule-giver Boasting in the flesh Boasting in the flesh Mankind’s default is to give rules Mankind’s default is to give rules Grace-based orientation Grace-based orientation Focus on mercy & grace Focus on mercy & grace Love-driven action Love-driven action Become a grace-giver Become a grace-giver Boasting in the cross Boasting in the cross God’s default is to give grace God’s default is to give grace Rule-KeeperGrace-Receiver

even if we 6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. 8 But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be accursed. G ALATIANS 1:6-9 (ESV)

an angel from heaven 6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. 8 But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be accursed. G ALATIANS 1:6-9 (ESV)

let him be accursed. let him be accursed. 6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. 8 But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed. 9 As we have said before, so now I say again: If anyone is preaching to you a gospel contrary to the one you received, let him be accursed. G ALATIANS 1:6-9 (ESV)

Ideas for study: 1. Read through Galatians OUT LOUD… …with someone! …with someone!

Ideas for study: 1. Read through Galatians OUT LOUD… …with someone! 2. Write out our passage before 2. Write out our passage before Sunday, double-spaced. Sunday, double-spaced.

Ideas for study: 1. Read through Galatians OUT LOUD… …with someone! 2. Write out our passage before Sunday, double-spaced. 3. Memorize key verses.

Memorize: 5:1 For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. 5: For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. 14 For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” 5:25 If we live by the Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit. 6: And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. 10 So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.

Stand firm in freedom (5:1).

Stand firm in freedom (5:1). Run your race well (5:7).

Stand firm in freedom (5:1). Run your race well (5:7). Walk by the Spirit (5:16, 25).

Stand firm in freedom (5:1). Run your race well (5:7). Walk by the Spirit (5:16, 25). Bear the fruit of the Spirit (5:22-23).

Stand firm in freedom (5:1). Run your race well (5:7). Walk by the Spirit (5:16, 25). Bear the fruit of the Spirit (5:22-23). Bear your own load and carry one another’s burdens (6:1-5). one another’s burdens (6:1-5).

Stand firm in freedom (5:1). Run your race well (5:7). Walk by the Spirit (5:16, 25). Bear the fruit of the Spirit (5:22-23). Bear your own load and carry one another’s burdens (6:1-5). Reap abundant life…now (6:8).

Stand firm in freedom (5:1). Run your race well (5:7). Walk by the Spirit (5:16, 25). Bear the fruit of the Spirit (5:22-23). Bear your own load and carry one another’s burdens (6:1-5). Reap abundant life…now (6:8). Not grow weary of doing good (6:9).

Stand firm in freedom (5:1). Run your race well (5:7). Walk by the Spirit (5:16, 25). Bear the fruit of the Spirit (5:22-23). Bear your own load and carry one another’s burdens (6:1-5). Reap abundant life…now (6:8). Not grow weary of doing good (6:9). Do good to everyone, as we have opportunity, especially to those within our family (6:10).

Stand firm in freedom (5:1). Run your race well (5:7). Walk by the Spirit (5:16, 25). Bear the fruit of the Spirit (5:22-23). Bear your own load and carry one another’s burdens (6:1-5). Reap abundant life…now (6:8). Not grow weary of doing good (6:9). Do good to everyone, as we have opportunity, especially to those within our family (6:10).FREEDOOMMM!!!