faith
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Faith’s Assurance (Galatians 3)
Bible Passage: Galatians 3 Big Idea: Justification comes through faith in Christ alone, assuring believers of their status as God’s children and freeing them from the bondage of the law and the pressure of self-righteousness. Opening Thoughts Many of us have been a part of churches or traditions that said, “The way to receive the… Continue reading
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The Freedom of Grace ( Galatians 2)
This lesson discusses Paul’s second visit to Jerusalem to affirm his gospel message and apostleship. Paul confronts the Judaizers’ false teachings that required Gentile believers to adhere to Jewish customs like circumcision. He recounts his public confrontation with Peter in Antioch for hypocrisy, underscoring that justification comes through faith in Christ, not by works of… Continue reading
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We Were Born Free (Galatians 1)
This lesson introduces Galatians 1, highlighting Paul’s emphasis on freedom through grace rather than adherence to the Mosaic Law. Paul wrote to counter the Judaizers, who insisted Gentile Christians follow Jewish legalistic practices like circumcision. The letter is described as a declaration of spiritual liberty, asserting salvation by grace alone and warning against false gospels… Continue reading
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Foundation of Faith (2 Peter 1:1–11)
Bible Passage: 2 Peter 1:1–11 Big Idea: Spiritual maturity is a process that requires intentional effort and is grounded in the knowledge of Christ, leading to fruitful living and assurance of salvation. Introduction The early believers were under constant pressure from two fronts. On the one front they were facing persecution from culture. They were… Continue reading
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