Galatians

Ever felt left out or like you didn’t belong? Maybe because of your background, gender, or social status? Paul’s letter to the Galatians tackles this head-on with a radical message for its time, and ours. What’s the Scene? Some early Christians were saying, “To be really God’s people, you gotta follow Jewish laws on top […]

In this passage, Paul addresses a confusion some early Christians had about the relationship between God’s promises and the law. What’s the Big Deal? God made a promise to Abraham that all nations would be blessed through him (Genesis 12:3). This promise was based on faith, not on following the law, which came hundreds of […]

In this passage, Paul addresses the Galatians, who have been swayed by false teachers and are starting to doubt the core message of the gospel. He reminds them that salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ alone, not through obeying the law. What Happened? Paul expresses his frustration with the Galatians for so quickly abandoning […]

In this passage, Paul addresses a core issue in the early church: the relationship between faith in Jesus and following Jewish laws and customs. What’s Going On? Paul is arguing against the idea that someone needs to become Jewish (e.g., get circumcised, follow dietary laws) before they can become a Christian. He emphasises that salvation […]

In this passage, Paul confronts Peter (also known as Cephas) about an issue that was causing division among the early Christians. What Happened? Peter had been eating with Gentile believers (non-Jews), embracing the freedom they had in Christ. However, when some Jewish believers came from Jerusalem, Peter started avoiding the Gentiles out of fear of […]

In this passage, Paul recounts a pivotal moment in the early church’s history, a meeting in Jerusalem where the core message of the gospel was at stake. Let’s dive in and see what we can learn! What Happened? Fourteen years after his initial encounter with Jesus, Paul travelled to Jerusalem with Barnabas and Titus. His […]

In this passage, Paul passionately defends his authority as an apostle. He was not appointed by people but directly by God. This might sound like boasting, but Paul’s aim is to establish the truth of the Gospel he preaches. Paul’s Past Paul was once a fierce persecutor of Christians. He zealously upheld Jewish traditions and […]

In this passage, the Apostle Paul expresses his astonishment and concern for the Galatian Christians. He confronts them for quickly abandoning the true gospel they had received for a distorted version. What Happened? Paul was surprised that the Galatians were so easily swayed from the gospel he had preached to them. Some people had come […]

In the opening verses of his letter to the Galatians, Paul sets the stage for a powerful message about the true gospel of Jesus Christ. Let’s break down these verses and explore their meaning for us today. What Paul Says Why is This Important? These verses are significant for several reasons: Questions for Reflection Challenge […]

Christian maturity is not about age or simply knowing a lot about the Bible. It’s a lifelong journey of growing closer to God and becoming more like Christ in our thoughts, actions, and relationships. It involves both spiritual and personal growth, and it’s something we continually strive for throughout our lives. Here are some key […]