Power to Change

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Power to Change

Galatians 5:19-26

February 26, 2017 • Pastor Neal Hackbarth • Galatians 5:19–26

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In this passage, Paul contrasts the works of the flesh with the fruit of the Spirit. He warns that those who practice the works of the flesh, which stem from an unsubmissive depravity that rebels against the Lord, will not inherit the kingdom of God. He admonishes believers to instead live by the Spirit, crucifying the flesh with its passions and desires. In the life of the believer, this is the power to change.

Our Only Boast

March 19, 2017 • Pastor Phil Kooistra • Galatians 6:11–18

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 • Galatians 6:6–10

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 • Galatians 6:1–5

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.