Category Archives: Bible Study

All Obstacles Are Removed

Posted on May 25, 2017 by Mark Shields

Reading in Galatians 4:12-20, Paul is trying to make sure all obstacles are removed for the Galatians so they can stay on the right path. Those who believed salvation by the Law came in and tried to confuse the Galatians. … Continue reading →

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Christ In Our Heart

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Mark Shields

In Galatians 4:1-11, Paul illustrates the condition of people before Christ as being enslaved. In their former predicament, the Galatians were enslaved by their idols. They were more concerned about what they should do to please these false gods rather … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Galatians 4-6

Posted on May 22, 2017 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, the journey through Galatians has been a spirited one with writing this letter to the Galatians. The circumstances during the writing involves the Jewish Christians who were trying to impose the Jewish ritual and moral … Continue reading →

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Set Free

Posted on May 17, 2017 by Mark Shields

Paul explains in Galatians 3:19-29 that it is faith in Christ that sets us free. The Law can reveal sin but it can’t provide eternal life. Faith in Christ disarms the power sin has over us so we are saved. … Continue reading →

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Promise is Fulfilled

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Mark Shields

In Galatians 3:15-18, Paul refutes the objection that the Law of Moses annuls the promise to Abraham. Instead, he explains that the law and the promise is fulfilled in the person of Jesus Christ. The ultimate reward for Christians is … Continue reading →