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Dr. Andrew Farley

Liberated: From Law to Love – Part 2

September 3, 2023

In Galatians 2, we see the apostle Paul addressing the issue of false brethren who were spying on Christians. These false brethren were trying to bring the believers back under the law and away from the freedom found in Christ.

Paul recognized the danger of mixing law and grace and stood up for the truth of the Gospel. This is significant because it highlights the importance of staying true to the message of grace and not allowing legalistic influences to hinder us.

In today’s world, Christianity can often be influenced by a “popularity contest.” We may feel pressured to seek the approval of others. However, Paul reminds us that our allegiance is to Christ and His message of grace. We’re called to stand firm in the truth, even if it goes against the grain. And as we embrace the liberating message of God’s grace, we can find true freedom and live out our faith without settling for lifeless rule-keeping.

Check out this message in our series called “Liberated” to deepen your understanding of God’s grace. Enjoy!

Discussion Questions for "Liberated" (Galatians 2):

1. Read verse 4. What did the false brethren see when they spied on Christians? How is this significant?

2. Read verse 5. What was Paul’s reaction to those spies?

3. Read verse 6. In what ways is Christianity influenced by a “popularity contest” today?

4. Read verses 7-10. How does this passage show it’s the same message for Jews and Gentiles?

5. Read verses 11-13. Why did Paul oppose Peter to his face? What can we learn from this?

6. How does verse 14 refute those who claim the apostles still kept the Law?

7. Read verse 16. How does this verse summarize the gospel of grace?

8. Challenge: Can you explain verses 17-18 in your own words?

9. What does it mean to have "died to the Law"?

10. Who are the two I’s in Galatians 2:20?

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Dr. Andrew Farley is devoted to helping people better understand the grace of God and helping them live in the freedom that comes from a true understanding of Jesus Christ’s finished work on the cross. He seeks to challenge the way people look at God, and themselves, through practical, scriptural insights about God’s forgiveness, living under grace and what a new identity in Christ really means.

Andrew is the author of Zondervan’s debuted #1 bestseller on Amazon, The Naked Gospel, in addition to serving as lead pastor of Church Without Religion in Lubbock, Texas. He is also the president of The Grace Message. His mission is to help people better understand the grace of God and see them enjoy freedom. He previously served as a professor of linguistics at the University of Notre Dame and Texas Tech University

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