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One of a Kind, Galatians 1:1-10

December 18, 2018 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 1:1–10

People have been trying to counterfeit art for centuries. Counterfeiters are masters of deception; they are able to copy the original piece with incredible accuracy. In Galatians 1:1-10, Pastor Michael Hughes explains how the church in Galatia had been fooled by a counterfeit gospel. One that sounded so much like the truth but was simply a tool of deception to keep people from truly knowing God.

I'm New, Galatians 2:1-10

December 23, 2018 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 2:1–10

We've all been in that place where we've had to introduce ourselves to a group of people. Maybe it was our first day in a new school or at a new job. First impressions can be important. In Galatians 2:1-10 pastor Michael Hughes explains how the apostle Paul had to reintroduce himself to the believers in Jerusalem and convince them that God had done a new thing in him.

The Gospel For The Church, Galatians 1:6-7

January 6, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 1:6–7

We know that the Gospel is important for the non-believer, it's the Good News for salvation. What about those who have already heard and believed the good news? Is the Gospel also important for the church? In Galatians 1:6-7 Pastor Michael Hughes shares with us how the principles of the gospel are still important for Christians to cling to.

The Gift of Innocence, Galatians 2:11-21

January 13, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 2:11–21

Have you ever tried to fix something and only made it worse? Maybe you were trying to repair something or make peace with a loved one, and things just seemed to end up even more broken than when you began. In Galatians 2:11-21 Pastor Michael Hughes explains that when it comes to our right standing before God, our works will only make things worse. Yet our forgiveness is freely offered by God Himself.

Bewitched, Galatians 3:1-14

January 13, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 3:1–14

It can be difficult to watch someone make poor choices, especially when they know better. In Galatians 3:1-14 Pastor Michael Hughes shares with us how the Apostle Paul expressed such bewilderment at the actions of the believers in Galatia, who seemed to have forgotten the simplicity of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

U-Turns Allowed, Galatians 3:15-29

January 27, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 3:15–29

We've all been wrong a time or two in our lives, that's just part of the human experience. There are times however when our incorrect beliefs or views dictate our actions and cause us to make some pretty serious life mistakes. As Pastor Michael Hughes shares from Galatians 3:15-29, even when we are headed in completely the wrong direction there is always an opportunity to flip things around.

No Longer Slaves, Galatians 4:1-11

January 27, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 4:1–11

It's pretty easy for believers to fall into the trap of thinking that our works or rituals can make God love us more. Sometimes, we might even believe that we are better than others who don't do all of the religious things that we do. In Galatians 4:1-11 Pastor Michael Hughes shares how Paul had to set the record straight and remind the church in Galatia that to follow religious rules is to put ourselves back underneath the law of God that He died to fulfill.

Focus, Galatians 4:11-20

February 3, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 4:11–20

Have you ever bumped into something because you weren't watching where you were going? Maybe you were looking down at your phone and missed an obstacle right before you. When we lose focus on the proper thing, we can often be misled. As Pastor Michael Hughes shares from Galatians 4:11-20, the Apostle Paul has some powerful words to help us keep focused on the things that really matter, not just in life, but for all eternity.

Family Feud, Galatians 4:21-31

February 10, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 4:21–31

Just about everyone knows what it’s like to be at odds with a family member. Usually, it’s a dispute with a sibling or parents. We all know that it can make living together tense and awkward. In Galatians 4:21-31 Pastor Michael Hughes shares how difficult things can get between Christians when we are involved in feuds.

Be Free, Galatians 5:1-15

February 24, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 5:1–15

Have you ever felt like you're just not good enough to be a Christian or go to church? Often times, we find ourselves struggling with the weight of our sins. In Galatians 5:1-15, Pastor Michael Hughes shows us how Paul encouraged early Christians to embrace the freedom of forgiveness in Christ.

Walk, Galatians 5:16-26

March 10, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 5:16–26

Every Christian has dealt with the struggle between right and wrong. It can be difficult to do the right thing when the wrong thing is so tempting. As Pastor Michael Hughes explains in Galatians 5:16-26, whether or not we go in the right or wrong direction often depends on who we're following.

Lift, Galatians 6:1-10

March 10, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 6:1–10

The Christian life is full of Joy and fulfillment. However, at times, there are difficulties and struggles, and sometimes, we find ourselves down and out. As Pastor Michael Hughes shares in Galatians 6:1-10, it's important to help each other up every now and then.

Using Big Words, Galatians 6:11-18

March 17, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Galatians 6:11–18

Following the will of God can be difficult when people purposely try to mislead you. They might have very persuasive arguments and maybe they even use big fancy words that make them sound clever. In Galatians 6:11-18 Pastor Michael Hughes shows us how the Apostle Paul cleared up all of the confusion by bringing focus back to the cross of Jesus Christ.

Calvary Chapel of Emmett

A Study in the Book of Galatians