Galatians 4:8-20

by | Dec 14, 2015 | New Testament

Intro Recap the argument so far and the issues at stake. Illus: a friend who has weaned off of heroine who is going back into it. (read v. 8-11) v. 9a – “now that you know God—or rather are known by God” Q: What distinction is Paul making here and why is it important?...

Galatians 1:11-2:10

by | Dec 14, 2015 | New Testament

Galatians 1:11-2:10 Thesis: Paul’s gospel was from God, not man (1:11-12) Marks of an authentic gospel message. Transforms lives (1:13-14) Requires a personal encounter (1:15-16) Fiercely guards freedom in Christ (2:3-5) Identical to what original apostles preached...

Philippians 2:12-18

by | Sep 29, 2015 | New Testament

Main Point: Because God is supplying the power to grow, we should cooperate with him. Intro Graduating college On the one hand, I had the education, upbringing, money, resources, gifting required to do it Yet on the other hand it took a lot of work to carry those...