Galatians 2:6 But from those who seemed to be something—whatever they were, it makes no difference to me; God shows personal favoritism to no man—for those who seemed to be something added nothing to me. Truth to Learn Just because someone has a position of authority or advanced education does...
Galatians 2:5 – No Compromise
Galatians 2:5 to whom we did not yield submission even for an hour, that the truth of the gospel might continue with you. Truth to Learn The truth of the gospel messages is, “believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved.” Meaning Explained Paul has been explaining...
Galatians 2:4 – No More Bondage
Galatians 2:4 And this occurred because of false brethren secretly brought in (who came in by stealth to spy out our liberty which we have in Christ Jesus, that they might bring us into bondage), Truth to Learn Legalism results in bondage. Simple faith in the blood of Jesus Christ...
Galatians 2:3 – Case in Point
Galatians 2:3 Yet not even Titus who was with me, being a Greek, was compelled to be circumcised. Truth to Learn No act of obedience or contrition is required for salvation beyond simple faith in the atoning blood of Jesus Christ. Behind the Words The word translated “compelled” is anangkadzō,...
Galatians 2:2 – Private Communication
Galatians 2:2 And I went up by revelation, and communicated to them that gospel which I preach among the Gentiles, but privately to those who were of reputation, lest by any means I might run, or had run, in vain. Truth to Learn Sharing the truth in private is often...
Galatians 2:1 – Legal Dispute
Galatians 2:1 Then after fourteen years I went up again to Jerusalem with Barnabas, and also took Titus with me. Truth to Learn There is no room for legalism in the Christian faith. Meaning Explained Having justified his apostleship and his message, Paul now turns to the crux of the...
Galatians 1:24 – Glorify God
Galatians 1:24 And they glorified God in me. Truth to Learn Legalism glorifies self, but a life of faith is totally submitted to God and gives Him all the glory and praise. Behind the Words The word translated “they glorified” is from the Greek word doxadzō which is a form...
Galatians 1:23 – Wholly Transformed
Galatians 1:23 But they were hearing only, "He who formerly persecuted us now preaches the faith which he once tried to destroy." Truth to Learn God can change even the most hardened opponent of Christianity into a beacon of the gospel message. Behind the Words The words translated “they were...
Galatians 1:22 – One Source
Galatians 1:22 And I was unknown by face to the churches of Judea which were in Christ. Truth to Learn The truth about God comes only from the Bible. We all need to be reading and studying it daily. Behind the Words The words “I was unknown” are from the...
Galatians 1:21 – Spiritual Mentoring
Galatians 1:21 Afterward I went into the regions of Syria and Cilicia. Truth to Learn Every Christian can benefit from encouragement and guidance given by an older, more mature saint. Meaning Explained In the previous verses Paul has been writing about the early years of his Christianity and his ministry....
Galatians 1:20 – Swear to God
Galatians 1:20 (Now concerning the things which I write to you, indeed, before God, I do not lie.) Truth to Learn There are times when it is appropriate to swear an oath and there are times when it is not. Behind the Words The expression, “before God, I do not...
Galatians 1:19 – The Lord’s Brother
. Galatians 1:19 But I saw none of the other apostles except James, the Lord's brother. Truth to Learn While Paul was meeting with Peter he also saw the Apostle James. Meaning Explained In the previous verse Paul told us that three years after his conversion he went up to...
Galatians 1:18 – The Glorious Word
Galatians 1:18 Then after three years I went up to Jerusalem to see Peter, and remained with him fifteen days. Truth to Learn Paul preached the gospel message for three years before he sought the fellowship of the other Apostles. He didn’t need their teaching because he had been taught...
Galatians 1:17 – Arabian Preacher
Galatians 1:17 nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me; but I went to Arabia, and returned again to Damascus. Truth to Learn We need to let God lead us in using the unique talents and training He has given us. Meaning Explained Paul...
Galatians 1:16 – Illuminated Direction
Galatians 1:16 to reveal His Son in me, that I might preach Him among the Gentiles, I did not immediately confer with flesh and blood, Truth to Learn God has a plan for each person in the body of Christ and He will reveal that plan to us, if we...