Further Up and Further In

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Further Up and Further In

July 14, 2024 • RD McClenagan • Galatians 3:1–9

This Sunday, we continue on in the book of Galatians. Before we got into the text, RD took some time to help us reset after this past weekend’s events—giving us perspective on the political temperature of our culture and how that fits into our lives as Christ-followers. He then began exploring Galatians 3, continuing our journey into the depths of the Gospel message. The Gospel isn't something new or different; it's the same message we've been immersed in, but we must delve deeper into its truth. Paul's letter to the Galatians reminds us that the Gospel is about Jesus Christ and His sacrifice for us, urging us to allow the Holy Spirit to transform us continually. We often fall back into relying on our own efforts, but true change comes through surrendering to Christ, who lives within us from the moment we believe. As we face life's challenges, remember that the Holy Spirit goes with us, guiding and empowering us to live out the Gospel every day.

More from Gospel Roots: The Book of Galatians

Bearing Burdens

October 20, 2024 • Devon Accardi • Galatians 6:1–5

This Sunday, Devon teaches from Galatians 6:1-5, looking at the importance of restoring others gently when they falter. He underscores that walking in step with the Holy Spirit is vital for every believer; spiritual restoration is delicate and requires careful handling by someone deeply connected to the Spirit. We are to bear each other's burdens, and walking with someone in need requires prayer, patience, and commitment.

Walk By the Spirit

October 13, 2024 • Greg Pinkner • Galatians 5:16–26

This Sunday, Greg teaches from Galatians 5:16-26. These verses discuss walking by the Spirit versus living by the flesh and confront legalism—the idea that following the law saves, rather than grace through faith. While salvation is instantaneous through faith, the Christian life is a long and challenging walk of sanctification, where the Spirit helps us resist the desires of the flesh. Walking by the Spirit involves repentance, pursuing obedience, and relying on Scripture and prayer, rather than simply focusing on personal spiritual experiences. We are to lead a life led by the Spirit, where true obedience and victory over sin come from dependence on God's grace and power rather than legalistic efforts.

Free at Last

October 6, 2024 • RD McClenagan • Galatians 5:13–15

This Sunday, RD teaches from Galatians 5:13-15. In these verses Paul calls us as believers to live in the freedom Christ has given us. True freedom is not about doing whatever one wants, but about being freed from sin, death, and the law's condemnation to serve others in love. Living in this freedom involves dying to self and walking in the power of the Holy Spirit. Jesus' grace frees us not only from the penalty of sin but also from its power and pressure, leading us to a life of love and service. We need to embrace our identity as sons and daughters of God, living out this freedom by following God's design and growing more into Christ's image.