Teaching Points
- 1
The Galatians turned the Christian life into a stage performance rather than living dependence on Christ.
- 2
Self-reliance produces surface Christianity — concerned only about appearances while dying inside.
- 3
The Gospel is central not only in justification but in sanctification — faith is the means through which we grow.
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We must continually return to the Gospel daily, not just at salvation.
Scriptures
Discussion Questions
- 1
In what areas of your life are you trying to earn what God has already given?
- 2
How does self-reliance show up in your ministry?
- 3
What does it look like to live by the Gospel daily?