Galatians

Paul's passionate defense of salvation by grace through faith

New Testament 6 Chapters Author: Paul
Grace Faith Freedom Spirit

Overview

Defense of Apostolic Authority

Ch. 1-2

Paul establishes his divine calling as an apostle and confronts the Galatians about deserting the true gospel for a false one

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Apostolic Authority True Gospel False Teachers Divine Calling
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Confrontation with Peter and Gospel Unity

Ch. 2:11-21

Paul recounts his public confrontation with Peter over gospel consistency and clearly states the principle of justification by faith alone

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Gospel Consistency Justification by Faith Not by Works Christ's Death
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Abraham's Example and the Promise

Ch. 3:1-18

Paul uses Abraham as the prime example of justification by faith and shows how the promise predates and supersedes the law

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Abraham's Faith Promise vs Law Blessing to Nations Faith vs Works
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The Purpose and Limitation of the Law

Ch. 3:19-4:11

Paul explains the temporary function of the law as a guardian until Christ came, and contrasts slavery under law with sonship through faith

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Law's Purpose Guardian/Tutor Sonship Freedom from Bondage
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Appeal for Freedom from Bondage

Ch. 4:12-31

Paul makes personal appeals and uses the allegory of Sarah and Hagar to contrast the freedom of the gospel with bondage under law

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Personal Appeal Sarah and Hagar Freedom vs Bondage Heavenly Jerusalem
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Freedom in Christ and Walking by the Spirit

Ch. 5-6

Paul warns against returning to law-keeping, explains freedom through the Spirit, and provides practical instructions for Christian living

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Freedom in Christ Spirit vs Flesh Fruit of Spirit Practical Living
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About Galatians

Paul's passionate defense of salvation by grace through faith

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