Bible Study Lessons
So far in Galatians we have learned the following: Paul has been sent by Jesus Christ and God the Father. (Jesus and God the Father are closely connected in Paul’s introduction) He is with other believers. He is writing to believers who live in the region of Galatia. He had traveled through the region of … Read more
After the introduction to the Galatians, Paul writes: 6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting the one who called you to live in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 which is really no gospel at all. Evidently some people are throwing you into confusion and are trying to pervert the gospel of … Read more
I’ve recently started reading Galatians and I’ve been struck with its persuasive power. Paul, an apostle—sent not from men nor by a man, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— 2 and all the brothers and sisters with me, To the churches in Galatia: 3 Grace and peace to you from God our Father … Read more
Søren Kierkegaard (1813-1855) was a writer and philosopher in Denmark, who thought official Christianity had become too complacent. His goal as a writer was the “inward deepening of Christianity.” While he gained some popularity, he also received scorn, including being mocked in the local newspaper. Here are a few of his quotes: “Simply because I … Read more
What can we say about former President Donald Trump’s rhetoric and the riot that occurred on January 6? Was he guilty of “incitement of insurrection”? Was the Senate right to acquit him of this charge? Let’s begin by defining the key terms using Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary of Law. Incitement is “to move to action: stir up: spur on: urge … Read more