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The Disastrous Consequences of False Teachers

Galatians 5:7-12

February 5, 2017 • Scott Cruikshank

In this passage, Paul warns the Galatians that though they had been running well, they were now being persuaded by those who were hindering their faith. By adding works, these false teachers were attacking the gospel itself, denying faith in Christ alone for salvation. Paul compares these destructive lies to leaven which can spread quickly, ultimately contaminating the whole church. Are we careful to guard our hearts and minds from the persuasion of false teachers?

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