Daily Archives: April 23, 2011

choosing God on his terms

Galatians 4.  You and I have to make the same choice as the Galatians did. We can decide to do our best, and hope that God accepts it. That is the choice of Hagar, of Ishmael, of the letter, of … Continue reading

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when pride took over

Galatians 4.  What turned these victors in to victims? It was pride. Yes, that’s right… pride. In verse 17, Paul says “They make much of you, but for no good purpose. They want to shut you out, that you may … Continue reading

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benefits of adoption

Galatians 4:1-7.   Being adopted into the family of God takes away your burdens, and substitutes benefits. The first benefit is redemption. Paul says “you are no longer a slave (7).” Gentiles are redeemed by the same blood of Christ that … Continue reading

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