Relevance Of Galatians Flashcards
(24 cards)
What crucial issue does the book of Galatians address regarding the church?
How to exercise leadership and maintain the authority of the church in an increasingly secular world
This issue is particularly relevant as Paul had to re-establish his authority due to challenges faced from factions within the church.
What was one major issue Paul faced with the Churches in Galatia?
A faction of the church questioned his authority
This questioning was significant as it impacted the integrity of the gospel.
According to Mcknight, what is a problem within the church today?
Too many denominations and factionalism
Mcknight emphasizes that God is displeased when divisions occur over minor issues.
What does Paul emphasize as the means of salvation in Galatians?
Salvation comes through faith and is put into effect by the Holy Spirit
This message highlights the importance of Christian freedom and a lifestyle guided by love.
What was the problem of legalism in Galatia?
A total commitment to the law, such as following the law of Moses and the custom of Circumcision
This legalism was seen as an abandonment of the Holy Spirit’s guidance.
How did Paul describe the message of the Judaisers?
Jesus plus the law of Moses
This indicates an attempt to supplement Christianity with Jewish legalism.
What does Paul say about acceptance by God?
Acceptance is solely on the basis of faith
This contrasts with the law, which operates under a different system focused on doing.
True or False: The law is governed by faith.
False
The law is governed by doing, whereas faith is what saves.
What does Paul argue undermines what Jesus did on the cross?
The suggestion that man can contribute to his own salvation
This undermines the complete satisfaction of God through Christ’s sacrifice.
Fill in the blank: It is ______, not works of the law, that is the foundation of our relationship to God.
faith
This emphasizes the distinction between faith and legalistic practices.
What was the role of the Works of the law according to Paul?
A secondary revelation and not the way God wanted us to relate to Him
This suggests that reliance on the law was not God’s intended means of relationship.
What does Christian freedom not represent according to Paul?
A licence to behave badly
Paul warns that Christian freedom should not lead to immoral behavior.
What should Christians cultivate to reveal God to the world?
The Fruit of the Spirit
The Fruit of the Spirit demonstrates a believer’s relationship with God.
According to Paul, how should Christians use their freedom?
To serve one another in love
This is based on Galatians 5:13, emphasizing love over self-indulgence.
What are Christians free from according to Paul’s teachings?
The law as a way of salvation
This freedom allows Christians to serve God and live as intended.
What does the power of Christ’s good news enable people to do?
Live as God intended
The message of salvation empowers Christians to align their lives with God’s will.
Who should Christians become more like as they are led by the Spirit?
Christ
The goal of Christian living is to reflect the character of Jesus.
What is a common issue among Christians today regarding the fruits of the Spirit?
They do not exhibit them to the extent they should
This indicates a gap between belief and behavior in many congregations.
What should faith be evidenced by according to the text?
Christian love
Love for one another is a key indicator of true faith.
What lifestyle should Christians strive to live?
A distinctive Christian lifestyle
Paul emphasized the importance of living differently from the world.
What does the text suggest about some Christians’ beliefs and their lifestyles?
They appear to make no difference to the life they live
This highlights a disconnect between belief and practice.
What is the relevance of Paul’s message to the Galatians today?
It is relevant to the church today as it was to early believers
The principles of faith and living a Spirit-filled life are timeless.
Fill in the blank: There is no substitute for _______ in relation to becoming a Christian.
faith
Faith is the foundational requirement for conversion.
What should a converted Christian’s life be like according to the text?
Distinctly different from the rest of society
This emphasizes the transformative effect of true faith.
