Please
join us after worship on Sunday, 26th of March for Lesson #1 of our 10
part study of Galatians, where we will discuss Galatians 1: 1-9. The book of
Galatians has been called the Magna Carta of Christian Liberty. Paul is
urgent in his desire that those who have found faith in Christ live in the freedom
that Christ gives. This book was the cornerstone of the Protestant Revolution for
Martin Luther. He loved it!
Historical
Setting: Christianity had begun within the framework of Judaism with its
laws and practices. As the Gospel was being extended to Gentiles, there was
question as to whether the
Jewish
laws still needed to be followed as part of the salvation journey. The
authority and teaching of Paul was questioned over the other apostles. His
status was in doubt and Judaizers were
trying to establish control of the church. Discussion questions are posted HERE
