In this passage from Galatians chapter three, Paul continues to argue for the preeminence of faith over works of the Law. This faith has three crucial foundations: Christ crucified, the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and the word of God. Paul reminds believers that they were saved and received the Spirit by faith, not through works of the Law, and warns them against believing that they can now be made perfect by works. The Christian life starts and finishes with faith! From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.
Faith From Start to Finish
Galatians 3:1-9
November 6, 2016 • Pastor Neal Hackbarth
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Our Only Boast
March 19, 2017 • Pastor Phil Kooistra
In this last passage from the book of Galatians, Paul reminds believers once again that we are saved by faith, not by returning to works and the Law. We are warned not to put confidence in ourselves and our own righteousness, but in the perfect righteousness of Christ. We must fear God rather than men, putting our hope in him and boasting only in the finished work of the Lord Jesus Christ. Where are you putting your confidence, in yourself or in the Lord?
Sowing and Reaping
March 12, 2017 • Pastor Phil Kooistra
In this passage from Galatians, we are reminded that whatever we sow we will also reap. Although we are not saved by our works, our works do matter a great deal and have consequences in our lives. As part of a Spirit-filled life, we are called to give generously, invest eternally, and love completely. Only what’s done for Christ will last! In light of this, how are we investing our time, talents, and treasures?
Bear One Another’s Burdens
March 5, 2017 • Pastor Phil Kooistra
In this passage from Galatians chapter six, Paul calls on believers to hold each other accountable and to bear one another’s burdens. The outflow of a Spirit-filled church and life is to take sin seriously, and to love and restore biblically. This can only be done in the context of the local church, as we share our lives with one another and live in community.