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Bro. Daniel FC's comment on 3/01/2013, 7:18am...
If you want to understand what Paul is saying in this letter, you can’t read just one chapter and expect to fairly evaluate the whole Book. Please read all six chapters; they make up the whole letter, intended to be read by the congregation in Galatia. By doing that, you will find the following:
1. In the first chapter, Paul is presenting his credentials, and describes what the problem was, without “spelling it out”;
2. Beginning with the second chapter we learn exactly what the problem was: the teaching by “some”; including Apostle Peter (Galatians 2:11), that in order to be saved you need to be circumcised, plus other “works of the flesh” described in Galatians 5:19-21;
3. Throughout his letter Paul mentions “circumcision” many times: Galatians 2:3, 7-9, 11; 3:3; 5:2, 3, 6, 11; 6:12, 13, 15;
4. In order to combat this false teaching, he expounds on the fact that we are saved by grace through faith in Christ, not by keeping of the Ceremonial Law, which was fulfilled in Him.
By reading only parts of Galatians, many Christians reach the wrong conclusion that Paul is against keeping the Ten Commandments. That cannot be further from the truth. Here is what Paul declares: “What shall we say then? Is the law sin? God forbid. Nay, I had not known sin, but by the law … Wherefore, the law is holy and the commandment holy, and just, and good…” Romans 7:7, 12.
Maria's comment on 2/13/2013, 3:35pm...
Awesome!
Enoch Gyas's comment on 1/10/2013, 6:22am...
I see the grace of GOD at work in the life of a man who was an enemy of the cross, but was apprehended and mercy found him. It is my prayer that like he did with the Apostle Paul, GOD may arrest all those that have been persecuting the church until they become instruments for the propagation of the gospel in GOD'S hands. Amen.
Pulle michael moses's comment on 12/11/2012, 4:06pm...
It is a powerful chapter which guides us towards righteousness, and true worshipping.
Appu's comment on 11/16/2012, 12:44pm...
I love it to the deepest of myself.
Nathaniel El's comment about verse 7 on 10/17/2012, 11:21pm...
Which really Is not another but there are some that would exclude you entirely from having a part in the redemption and free gift purchased and made possible only by the death and resurrection of Christ.
Payton's comment on 8/20/2012, 9:34am...
@Ben I believe that this cursing is relevant in a sense. It is not cursing ppl who are soley in the wrong but it is cursing those who pervert the Word of God and lead ppl astray. There is a difference between someone consumed in a life of sin looking for answers and someone who is causing souls to stray from God. They will be accountable for those souls
Bruce Kane's comment about verse 10 on 5/14/2012, 11:05pm...
"Let your faith rest not in the wisdom of me, but in the power of God." The word dwells richly in my heart and mind. "Those who seek me early shall find ME" So, imprssing men is not worshipping God, but rather " Vanity of vanities saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities, all is vanity." "Comparing spiritual things with spiritual." Bruce Kane
Theodore A. Jones's comment on 12/12/2011, 5:12pm...
"It is not those who hear the law who are righteous in God's sight, but it is those who obey the law who will be declared righteous." Rom. 2:13 I think if Paul or anyone else for that matter made this statement from any contemporary church's pulpit he would be tossed out on his kiester. But he has made this statement.
Sis. Bonnie's comment on 11/05/2011, 9:30am...
The 1st chapter of Galatians is speaking to the hearts and spirits of the people that be encouraged to live by the word of GOD and don't be persuaded by other doctrine I know exactly when the saved me. delivered me, and just when HE made me free. Therefore there is know need for me too sell myself short by tampering with the HOLY GHOST filled spirit that has been entrusted unto me by the good LORD. I too was a modern day Paul taking the people off to slaughter. I didn't kill them physically, but I had no respect for myself, or anyone else. I thank GOD for my road to Damascus that caused me to be changed by the renewing of my mind.
James's comment on 10/15/2011, 5:12pm...
please remember that that Paul by the Holy Spirit is warning Beleivers that the Gospel of the Grace of Christ is being PERVERTED and that they are being REMOVED from the truth in Christ. This accursing is directed at the PROPOGATION of ERROR and perversion. Salvation is by Grace thru Faith alone NOT of Worke lest any man should boast. Examine the many warnings in this book of LAW (works) vs GRACE. see ch 2:16-20 3:1-5 etc. It is essential to remember that Paul taught a MYSTERY (secret) that was never before revealed to man in the scriptures.(Gal 1:11-12) (Rom 16:25) (Eph 3:1-11) (Col 1:24-28) The Gospel which Paul taught us is NOT the same Gospel that Peter and the 12 taught, thus the conflict. see Acts ch 15 of the great council and compare with Gal ch 2:1-14.. there are 2 different gospels shown in each passage KINGDOM and Grace. see ephesians 2:11-18. we are not spitiual Israel but the Body of Christ. Not Blessed with a kingdom on earth BUT Blessed with Spiritual Blessings in the Heavenlies(Eph 1:1-3). At the Rapture of the Church we are called to our heavenly home which is what God intended to be our destination else how does he fix the damage in the heaven(I cor 2:6-8). remember SIN has stained the heavenly places as well as the earth. God created the Heaven and the earth for his dwelling place. Satan stained heaven and earth with his revolt and sin. therfore God must heal both. Israel's Kingdom with Christ on earth and the Body of Christ in the heavenly places with Christ as our head. Thus the warnings of Galatians to NOT compromise on the DOCTRINE of THE GRACE OF CHRIST to another gospel.
Syr's comment on 7/19/2011, 5:24am...
to jan, the bible says that to follow the apostles doctrin. witch is baptizing in JESUS name and to have the holy ghost. and living a holy life and to worship GOD and HIM alone. cuz there is one GOD,one faith,one baptism.and to CARLOS i wanted to tell u that JESUS died on the cross for our sins. but when he came down from heaven before they hung him he was manifested in the flesh because we can not see a Ghost right? so thats why HE did that. but HE IS ALIVE!
Ben weaver's comment about verse 8 on 12/30/2010, 8:04pm...
Since cursing those who are wrong does not seem to fit the new testament gospel, I have searched the Analytical Greek Lexicon to see if the translators may have missed something. With the definition of "Anathema" the word is presented as a compound word, (ana & thema), and defined;"To submit a statement or report of matters to a person's consideration" as used in Acts 25:14 & Gal.2:2. The Gr. ana is defined as through the midst of; we would say thoroughly. Thema (themelion) is defined as; "to lay a foundation". In 1 Cor. 3:10, Paul uses the same word for,"I have laid the foundation". I feel this would be a more fitting choice of definitions than to curse those who are in the wrong. So a better wording for Gal. 1:8 & 1 Cor. 16:22, would be to; (Thoroughly teach those who err in order to lay a foundation for faith and doctrine). This (more gospel like) concept, is all in the Greek grammer book. Romans 12:14 says "Bless, and curse not".
CARLOS's comment on 12/07/2010, 6:23am...
how did the jesus died
weather he diesd on cross or hang on tree?
Jan's comment on 11/12/2010, 6:41am...
question i need scripture on people talking about others teaching a false doctrine. if true or not should it be.i believe we are to cover a brothers offence and go to him in private.if he does not recieve we are to take another with us.if he still does not then we take before the church.i do believe let him be cursed means by God not by us and not over a Christian group on t.v.
Ben weaver's comment about verse 9 on 11/11/2010, 7:04pm...
Since cursing someone for an error seems to be contrary to the gospel, I have attempted to study the Gr. lexicon. I think I find that Ana-thema is said to be a compound word, (ana) meaning again, and (thema) meaning to lay a foundation. The same Gr. root (thema) is used in 1 Cor.3:11 where it states "Other foundation can no man lay...". If my finding is correct, teaching someone who is in error, seems more proper than cursing them. Love to all in Jesus
Archie's comment on 10/01/2010, 10:44pm...
I think Galatians Ch.1 was very interesting..I myself, only want to seek the truth..because I now that "the truth will set me free"..and anyone else as well. So let it be told, because the truth will come to light.effect
Anonymous's comment on 9/15/2010, 2:11am...
In Gal. 1:18-20, Paul says that James is the brother of Jesus. I believe/infavor to the preacher who preach bravely that Jesus has a brothers/sisters based on the writing of the apostles. In Luke 2:7, Mary's brought her first born son. The word first born son easily understood that whe will deliver next son, second, third & so forth. But if the word used Mary's brought her only begotten son nobody's can argued nor debate. Another verse to testify that Jesus has a brothers/sisters through their neighbors confession with a names in Mat. 13: 55-57. Also in John 7: 3-5, his brothers did not believe in Him. This is the reason I believe to the preacher who preach that Jesus the son of Mary has a brothers/sisters.
John trigg's comment about verse 1 on 8/08/2010, 1:13am...
VERY DIRECT AND TO THE POINT ALSO UNDERSTANDABLE FOR WHAT IT SAYS. IT EXPLAINS IT'S SELF.THE GLAATAINS KNEW VERY WELLL AND HE LOVED DEEPLY. SO THEY UNDERSTOOD HIM AND WHAT HE SAYS IN HIS LETTER TO THEM. !!!!
Luke's comment on 5/01/2010, 6:32am...
Quote:
"Did Jesus have a brother?"
Yes, yes my friend. He had several siblings. When His "father" died (at a relatively young physical age for Him), Jesus became the man of the house.
Louise's comment on 4/27/2010, 2:11pm...
Thank you Jesus for people like Brady. Amen n amen.
Jabez Clemen's comment on 4/25/2010, 8:34pm...
Paul's exhortation is very much timely until now...
There are many gospels introduced by false teachers who claim to be credible and God-sent gospel.
But Paul was clear enough in telling us in verse 8 that "...though we (Paul and other apostles), or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed."
Indeed, there is no other TRUE GOSPEL on earth that ever existed on the face of the Earth than the gospel of the LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST- the Lord and Savior of my life.
Anonymous's comment on 4/09/2010, 12:55am...
The words were spell binding
Ramona Daniels's comment on 4/09/2010, 12:44am...
i love everything i as written
Sharon's comment on 4/07/2010, 7:06am...
Paul was separated from the womb but yet God allowed Paul to go through all that he did first before God revealed Jesus to him on the road to Damascus.
God's plan is the best plan.We lean not to our own understanding but trust God in all things.
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