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Introduction:
So many churches in the religious world believe and
practice different things. We
see in the scriptures the need to just follow the Lord.
How do we deal with that kind of situation?
The problem we face, particularly in our culture, is that
it puts us in a bad light when we begin to be critical of, and say
something about, what others believe and are doing.
Paul’s letter to the church at Galatia serves as an
example of what God would say to churches that He believes are
straying or moving away from the truth.
In the letter, Paul deals with the importance of the
gospel, baptism, and fruits of the spirit. Discussion: I.
God’s gospel: only
rule & authority. A.
One source – one message 1.
One message, authority, time
(1:6-9) 2.
Choose who to serve (1:10) B.
All authority in God – none in man 1.
Revelation of Jesus Christ
(1:11-12) 2.
The story verifying the source
(1:13-24) 3.
Does not matter what anybody thinks (2:1-16)
Gal.
2:3 -- circumcision & Law II.
God’s gospel: truth
is consistent. A.
Error is inconsistent (2:14-21) B.
Evidence in the Spirit’s working
(3:1-5) C.
Justified in and as Abraham
(3:6-14) D.
God’s plan: Promise
–Law– Gospel (3:15-29) E.
Illustrating use of temporary things
(4:1-7) F.
Your
behavior manifests error (4:8-20) G.
Born of promise or flesh, not both
(4:21-31) III.
God’s gospel: always
practical. A.
Make a choice, you can’t do both (5:1-6) B.
Identify the evil influence
(5:7-12) C.
No excuses for bad behavior
(5:13-26) D.
Help each other – carefully
(6:1-5) E.
Behave responsibly (6:6-10) F.
See things as they truly are
(6:12-15) Conclusion: And as many as walk according to this rule, peace and mercy be upon them… Galatians 6:16
Glory
to God in the church by Christ Jesus
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