Galatians 1-6

Published: March 24, 2023, 4:05 a.m.

Paul\u2019s purpose in writing this letter to the churches of Galatia is to rebuke them for abandoning the true Gospel for a false one, relying on works of the flesh rather than relying on the Spirit which they received through faith. He is more critical of his audience here than in any other letter, calling them \u201cfoolish Galatians\u201d and asking \u201cwho has put a spell on you?\u201d He also defends himself against accusations that the gospel he is preaching is man-made rather than God-given. Using his own testimony, the testimony of others, and sound logic from Scripture, Paul argues that the true gospel is received in faith, and that the promise of freedom in Christ has been present in God\u2019s covenant with Abraham all along.